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Nov. 9, 2023
173rd FW prepares for F-35 transition, hosts SATAF

The 173rd Fighter Wing hosted their first Site Activation Task Force to plan for the transition to an F-35 Fighter Training Unit Oct. 31 – Nov. 2, 2023.
Nov. 3, 2023
Multi-Capable Airmen: Kingsley Maintainers pursue FAA Airframe & Powerplant ratings

Several Team Kingsley Airmen pursued a state-of-the-art upgrade to their training, expanding their skills “toolbox” and developing maintenance skills beyond their assigned Air Force Specialty Code.
Oct. 30, 2023
F-35s return to Kingsley Field

U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft from Luke Air Force Base, Arizona returned to the 173rd Fighter Wing to continue training and flying with the Oregon Air National Guard unit for two weeks in October.
Oct. 17, 2023
Cracking the code on Cybersecurity Awareness: 173rd Communications Flight keeps Kingsley connected and secured

The month of October brings a new fiscal year, and a new theme for Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Cybersecurity—Every Airman, Every Guardian – Mission Possible! Cybersecurity impacts every aspect of our battlefield, whether that be at home or abroad. The U.S. Air Force places an emphasis on
June 28, 2023
Team Kingsley moves operations on airfield when taxiway “fails”

“Ultimately, it held our daily flying mission in custody and threatened our student training,” said Col. Adam Gaudinski, 173rd Maintenance Group commander. With that in mind, leadership gathered to brainstorm a solution. Ultimately, aircraft were towed to the Northeast civilian ramp, typically
May 31, 2023
173rd Fighter Wing Airman uses singing voice to show appreciation

Most military ceremonies have a very similar structure, it goes something like, arrival of official party, posting of the colors, playing of the National Anthem, remarks by presiding official…
April 24, 2023
173rd Fighter Wing promotes newest chief

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Kelsey Ludford dons his service dress coat emblazoned with chief stripes for the very first time with the help of his sons during his promotion ceremony at Kingsley Field in Klamath Falls, Ore., April 14, 2023. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Jefferson
April 13, 2023
Innovation programs at Kingsley Field gain momentum, set benchmarks

Between 2021-2022, Kingsley Field has amassed: most funds awarded - $677,000+, most submissions funded - 8, most submissions approved/unfunded – 13—among all 96 Air National Guard wings.
April 7, 2023
Team Kingsley members coined by TAG

Mr. Kalani Kolii, 173rd Logistics Readiness Squadron Wing Plans, was coined by the Oregon Adjutant General, Major General Michael Stencel, Apr. 4, 2023 at Kingsley Field in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Koli was recognized for his role in coordinating airlift and transportation for the Tyndall TDY after
Feb. 28, 2023
Team Kingsley prepares to train the next generation of fighter pilots

Plans are underway to evaluate Kingsley Field’s infrastructure and airspace suitability for a replacement mission to its aging F-15C/Ds. In 2020, it was announced that Kingsley Field would transition to an F-15EX mission, but due to the strategic focus in the Indo-Pacific Command theater, this plan

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