KINGSLEY FIELD, Ore. – The 173rd Fighter Wing will host the 17th Sentry Eagle air-to-air combat exercise June 22 to 26, 2022. Additionally, the public is invited to enjoy a wide variety of fighter aircraft, military operations, and static displays during the Open House on Saturday, June 25 and admission is free.
Sentry Eagle, one of the Air National Guard’s largest air-to-air exercises, provides military pilots of the National Guard, Active Duty and Reserve components a forum in which to test their flying skills including basic fighter maneuvers and air combat tactics against different types of aircraft, close-air support and large-force employment training.
“We are excited for SENTRY EAGLE 2022,” said Colonel Jeff Edwards, 173rd FW commander. “It’s going to be an outstanding training exercise and Open House.”
On Saturday, June 25th, Kingsley Field will open its doors to the public during an Open House. Visitors will be able to see aerial demonstrations, view aircraft on display, take part in activities, and watch aircraft head out on their missions.
“Through the years, the Klamath Falls and Klamath County communities have provided phenomenal support to Kingsley Field,” said Edwards. “We look forward to celebrating this special relationship at the Sentry Eagle Open House.”
Sentry Eagle is typically held every two years and was originally scheduled to take place in the summer of 2020. However, COVID-19 pandemic safety protocols prevented it from happening last year.
For more information about the Sentry Eagle air-to-air combat exercise and Kingsley Field Open House contact the 173rd FW Public Affairs Office at (541) 885-6677.
