COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Residents in parts of southern and central Ohio could see or hear fighter jets flying over their homes Wednesday morning. According to the 180th Fighter Wing of the Ohio Air National Guard, it will conduct an air defense exercise Wednesday, between 8 and 10:30 a.m. in an d around the Dayton and Columbus areas. Why tornado sirens are going off across Ohio on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 Residents may hear or see fighter jets in close proximity to a Civil Air Patrol Aircraft, which will be taking on the role of a Track of Interest (TOI). A TOI is an aircraft that has been identified as a potential threat.  The purpose of the exercise is to evaluate response and coordination procedures and while scheduled for Wednesday morning, the exercise flights could be relocated, delayed or cancelled due to inclement weather. ...read more read less