Why Arizona Flags Were Lowered
In honor of Maj. Gen. Glen W. “Bill” Van Dyke.
When the Arizona Half-Staff Order Began and Ended
Use the exact end boundary above. A flag may return to full-staff at sunset, noon, a stated clock time, or another named event. If the end is not confirmed, open the source before acting.
Where the Arizona Half-Staff Order Applied
Arizona statewide as specified in the order
- Facilities
- State
- U.S. flag
- Affected
- State flag
- Not stated
- Private display
- Advisory
What This Half-Staff Order Means for Flag Owners
Follow the Locations Named in This Order
An order can cover federal property, all state facilities, one building, or another named place. Do not expand a limited order beyond the stored scope.
Return Flags to Full-Staff at the Stated Time
Use the end date and boundary above. Before raising the flag, confirm that a newer federal or state half-staff order has not taken effect.
Check for a Newer Half-Staff Order
This detail page preserves one directive. It does not make an old order current, so use today’s status page for the latest operational answer.
Official Source and Evidence for This Half-Staff Order
Governor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half‑staff from sunrise to sunset on May 7, 2026, in honor of the interment of retired Maj. Gen. Glen W. “Bill” Van Dyke, who served as Arizona Adjutant General and Director of the Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs from April 1994 until his retirement in May 1999. A funeral service is scheduled for May 7; he passed away on April 24 at the age of 86. Maj. Gen. Van Dyke began his military career (https://www.nationalguard.mil/Leadership/Joint-Staff/Special-Staff/Senior-Leader-Management-Office/General-Officer-Management/Biographies/Article/3110311/major-general-glen-w-van-dyke-retired/) in the Arizona Air National Guard in 1961 as an aircraft refueler. He was commissioned as a second lieutenant in 1965 and attended pilot training. Over his career, he flew more than 5,000 hours in various aircraft, including F-102s and F-16s. He assumed the position of commander of the 162nd Fighter Group in 1984, securing the long-term success of the 162nd through the establishment of its current F-16 fighter pilot training mission and was promoted to the Air Component Commander of the Arizona Air National Guard in 1990 before becoming the Adjutant General in 1994. His awards include the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, the Legion of Merit and the Defense Meritorious Service Medal. He was also a recipient of the Order of the Sword, the highest honor bestowed by enlisted personnel, reflecting his deep commitment to those he led. Governor Hobbs issued the following statement: “My deep condolences to Major General Van Dyke’s family. We honor him today and thank him for his many decades of esteemed service to Arizona and to our country.” Individuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute. For more information on half‑staff orders in Arizona or to sign up for notifications, visit az.gov/half‑staff‑notices (https://az.gov/half-staff-notices). To sign up for half‑staff notifications, join our distribution list here (https://az.gov/half-staff-notices). Half-Staff Notification 100 N 15th Ave , Phoenix , AZ 85007
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Arizona Half-Staff Order Questions
Is the Honoring Maj. Gen. Glen W. “Bill” Van Dyke order still active?
This record is marked ended. Its stored effective period begins May 7, 2026 and ends May 7, 2026. Check the current status page before changing a flag.
Does this Arizona half-staff order apply to homes and businesses?
Only if the notice says so. Government orders usually direct named public facilities and may separately invite private citizens, businesses, and organizations to participate. Check “Private display” in the scope above and read the source when it is not stated.
Which flags and locations did this order cover?
Use the scope cards above. They separate the facility type, geographic area, U.S. flag, state flag, and private-display guidance retained from the notice.
Where can I verify this half-staff order?
Use the official-source link on this page. The government notice remains authoritative if it differs from this normalized record.