Published on: 05/25/2026
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Oregon will host multiple Memorial Day flyovers on May 26, 2026, featuring F-15 Eagle fighter jets across key community and cemetery locations. Flyover Schedule and Locations: The 173rd Fighter Wing from Kingsley Field in Klamath Falls, Oregon, will conduct flyovers at several locations throughout the state. Aircraft will fly F-15C and F-15D Eagle fighter jets at approximately 1,000 feet above ground and 400 mph. Scheduled times include: 10:55 a.m. – Veteran's Park, Klamath Falls; 11:15 a.m. – Roseburg National Cemetery, Roseburg; 11:30 a.m. – Reedsport Masonic Cemetery, Reedsport; 11:50 a.m. – Gold Beach Veteran’s Memorial, Gold Beach; 12:00 p.m. – Port of Brookings-Harbor, Brookings; 12:15 p.m. – Riverside Park, Grants Pass; 12:25 p.m. – Eagle Point National Cemetery, Eagle Point. Additional flyovers are planned in the Portland area, beginning at 10:25 a.m. over Willamette National Cemetery, followed by 11 a.m. at the World War II Memorial in Salem, 11:15 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park in Beaverton, and concluding at 11:38 a.m. over Depoe Bay. These events coincide with local ceremonies including wreath-laying, speeches, and other commemorative activities. Aircraft and Historical Context: The flyovers feature F-15 Eagle fighter jets, including the one-seat F-15C and two-seat F-15D models used for training. These jets are part of the Oregon Air National Guard’s 142nd Wing, which is transitioning to the F-15EX Eagle II, the Air Force’s newest advanced fighter. The Oregon Air National Guard has been integral to U.S. air defense since 1941, and the 173rd Fighter Wing is the sole F-15C pilot training facility for the U.S. Air Force. Important Notes: Flyover times are approximate and may be adjusted or canceled due to weather or operational contingencies. Observers are encouraged to arrive early for ceremonies and to follow local safety guidelines. Many ceremonies are livestreamed, such as the Salem World War II Memorial event on the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs Facebook page. These flyovers provide a spectacular tribute to fallen service members and are coordinated to honor communities across Oregon during Memorial Day.
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