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173rd Fighter Wing responds to F-15D mishap

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  • By 173rd Fighter Wing Public Affairs Staff
  • 173rd Fighter Wing

An U.S. Air Force F-15D departed the runway during landing at approximately 3:15 p.m. today at Kingsley Field in Klamath Falls, Ore.  The aircraft was returning to base following a routine training mission.

The plane was assigned to the 173rd Fighter Wing.  There was one crew member on board.

The pilot exited the aircraft safely and has been transported to SkyLakes Medical Center as a precaution and for evaluation. 

A board of officers will investigate the accident.  Additional details will be provided as soon as they become available.