During May 2016, the Oregon Air National Guard spread their F-15C Eagle (Kotkat) wings all the way to Finland (Suomi), for NATO’s Operation Atlantic Resolve.

Oregon Air National Guard photo by Technical Sergeant Jefferson Thompson, 10MAY2016.

One of the 173rd’s Eagles was decked-out with a special one year only paint scheme in commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the Oregon Air National Guard.

Oregon Air National Guard photo by Technical Sergeant Jefferson Thompson, 10MAY2016.

Oregon’s  173rd Fighter Wing operated out of Finland’s  Rissala Air Base, aka Kuopio Airport.

Finnish Defense Forces video of Oregon’s visit:

Kuopio Airport/Rissala Air Base is home to Finland’s Karelia Air Command.  This is the flag of Karelia Air Command.

Oregon Air National Guard explainer video report:

Oregon Air National Guard photo by Technical Sergeant Jefferson Thompson, 10MAY2016.

Oregon’s F-15Cs flew alongside Finland’s F/A-18s, fighting against Swedish Saab aircraft during the NATO wargame.

2020: NEW TAIL FEATHERS FOR OREGON EAGLE

2013:

F-15 OVER NORGE