Story by Master Sgt. Luke Olson | 114th Fighter Wing | 11.14.2025
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — An F-16 Fighting Falcon from the South Dakota Air National Guard achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 10,000 flight hours on October 17, 2025, at Joe Foss Field. This accomplishment is a testament to the skilled operators and the disciplined and dedicated maintenance professionals of the 114th Fighter Wing. Col. Brandon Eskam, commander of the 114th FW, flew......
Story by Master Sgt. Luke Olson | 114th Fighter Wing | 08.29.2025
The South Dakota Air National Guard’s 114th Fighter Wing received three top national honors at the National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS) General Conference and Exhibition on Aug. 25, receiving the Distinguished Flying Unit Plaque, the Winston P. Wilson Trophy, and the Maj. Gen. John J. Pesch Flight Safety Trophy. Col. Brandon Eskam, commander of the 114th FW, accepted......
Story by Master Sgt. Luke Olson | 114th Fighter Wing | 06.26.2025
At the 114th Fighter Wing, the commitment to Airmen extends beyond physical readiness and now includes a four-legged presence focused on mental wellness. Captain, a 2-year-old yellow Labrador retriever, officially joined the Wing on May 28, 2025, as its first-ever facility therapy dog. Her mission: to promote emotional well-being, spark connection, and reduce stress among Airmen across the......
Courtesy Story | 114th Fighter Wing | 05.04.2025
After two decades in uniform, Master Sgt. Megan Landis prepares to hang up the boots, but not without leaving behind a legacy that has shaped countless careers and lives. Last October, she was asked to step in as the acting Wing First Sergeant. She did not hesitate, despite the weight of responsibility that came with it....
Story by Airman 1st Class Kyle St Pierre | 114th Fighter Wing | 01.08.2025
The 114th Fighter Wing recently agreed to exchange F-16’s with the 122nd Fighter Wing based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, creating a great opportunity to exercise mission readiness and improve relations with other units....
Story by Master Sgt. Duane Duimstra | 114th Fighter Wing | 02.23.2024
114th Fighter Wing Airmen traveled to Naval Base North Island, Coronado, California, for Operation Sea Wolf from Jan. 20 - Feb. 3, 2024. The main objective of the training exercise is to execute joint agile maritime operations. “This training with the Navy, Marines, and other Air Force units allows us to train on things we really can't do back in South Dakota,” said Lt. Col. Eric......
Story by Master Sgt. Duane Duimstra | 114th Fighter Wing | 12.01.2023
The 114th Maintenance Group has been busy repairing canopy sill longerons, a critical part of the F-16s while saving the Air Force hundreds of thousands of dollars. The repair involved several shops that ranged from egress to non-destructive inspections....
Story by Master Sgt. Duane Duimstra | 114th Fighter Wing | 07.14.2023
From working on sheet metal to shooting brass, Tech. Sgt. Trevor Dietrich, 114th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron metals technology technician, is one of the top marksmen in the 114th Fighter Wing and has represented the wing and South Dakota National Guard in several Armed Forces marksman competitions....
