Governor Reynolds orders flags to half-staff in honor of U.S. Air Force Maj. Brad Hovey

Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered flags in Iowa to be lowered to half-staff in honor and remembrance of U.S. Air Force Maj. Brad Hovey, who was killed during a flight test mission.

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Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered flags in Iowa to be lowered to half-staff in honor and remembrance of U.S. Air Force Maj. Brad Hovey, who was killed during a flight test mission.

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Last reviewed August 16, 2026