PHOENIX (AP) -
Noise from the F-35s jets proposed to come to Luke Air Force Base in Glendale would impact fewer residents than current F-16 operations.
That's under the recommended scenario which would bring 72 F-35 Joint Strike Fighters to the base.
Luke officials tell The Arizona Republic that mitigation efforts from the base beyond what's already in place are not feasible, although the U.S. Air Force indicates some steps could be considered once a decision on location is made.
The conclusions were part of a final environmental-impact report released last month by the Air Force, which also included the agency's responses to comments submitted by the public this spring.
Luke is in contention with three other bases to be a pilot training base for F-35s. A decision is expected mid-July.
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