Courtesy Story | 173rd Fighter Wing | 08.08.2025
The 173rd Civil Engineer Flight conducted an Expedient Airfield Damage Repair (EADR) exercise during the SENTRY EAGLE 25-1 large-scale air-to-air combat training, testing the unit’s ability to rapidly respond to simulated runway damage while supporting ongoing flight operations, August 5, 2025....
Story by Master Sgt. Daniel Reed | 173rd Fighter Wing | 08.01.2025
KINGSLEY FIELD, Ore. — On July 14, 2025, 16 F-15C/D Eagles thundered down the runway at Kingsley Field in a tight, unyielding formation. This commanding display of air superiority and combat readiness marked the 173rd Fighter Wing’s inaugural “elephant walk” — a historic testament to the unit’s unrivaled strength and its critical role in forging the nation’s elite fighter pilots....
Story by Airman Zach Cook | 173rd Fighter Wing | 07.20.2025
Kingsley Field Fire and Emergency Services responded to a request for mutual aid July 8, 2025, after receiving a call from the Klamath County Fire Chief asking for assistance in battling a growing brush fire north of Bonanza, Oregon....
Story by Master Sgt. Daniel Reed | 173rd Fighter Wing | 04.28.2025
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii – Six F-15 Eagles and approximately 120 Airmen from the 173rd Fighter Wing at Kingsley Field in Klamath Falls, Ore. journeyed across the Pacific Ocean to Joint Base Pearl Harbor- Hickam, Hawaii to participate in exercise Sentry Aloha....
Story by Master Sgt. Daniel Reed | 173rd Fighter Wing | 03.19.2025
KINGSLEY FIELD, Ore. — Kingsley Field STARBASE, a unique U.S. Department of Defense youth program offering hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) experiences, will continue to provide local youth with invaluable educational opportunities thanks to a concerted effort by the community and state representatives....
Story by Master Sgt. Daniel Reed | 173rd Fighter Wing | 03.06.2025
KINGSLEY FIELD, Ore. -- STARBASE Kingsley will be closing its doors to program operations on Friday, March 14th, 2025. This closure is not only impacting Kingsley Field’s site, but all 90 programs across the United States, Puerto Rico, and Guam....
Story by Master Sgt. Daniel Reed | 173rd Fighter Wing | 02.20.2025
For over three decades, STARBASE at Kingsley Field has played a pivotal role in shaping the future of local students by offering hands-on STEM education in an immersive, real-world environment. As the program faces potential funding uncertainty, the importance of keeping the STARBASE facility operational and well-funded has never been clearer, especially considering the wide-reaching benefits......
Story by Master Sgt. Daniel Reed | 173rd Fighter Wing | 02.11.2025
Lt. Col. Richard Schuster, commander of the 173rd Maintenance Squadron, was recognized as the "Inspiring Leader of the Year" in Klamath Falls, Oregon for his exceptional leadership and contributions to the local community, January 28, 2025....
