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Mc Entire Joint National Guard Base
Eastover, United States
Mc Entire Joint National Guard Base
South Carolina Air National Guard's premier tactical jet base.
- ›Home of the South Carolina Air National Guard's 169th Fighter Wing.
- ›Operates F-16 Fighting Falcon multirole fighter aircraft.
- ›Named after South Carolina Guardsman Barney McEntire, killed in a 1961 T-33 crash.
- ›Designated a Joint National Guard Base, supporting both Air and Army National Guard units.
- ›Hosts periodic public air shows featuring military aircraft demonstrations.
McEntire Joint National Guard Base, designated MMT, is a military airfield located in Eastover, South Carolina, primarily serving the South Carolina Air National Guard. The base is home to the 169th Fighter Wing and operates F-16 Fighting Falcons, making it a critical tactical air defense installation in the southeastern United States. It is not a commercial passenger airport and access is restricted to authorized military and government personnel.
- Military Operations Facility — Restricted military terminal supporting guard unit operations, training flights, and government aircraft movements.
- Personal vehicle via US-76 and SC-263
- Government and military shuttle services for authorized personnel
- Taxi services from Columbia metropolitan area
- Hampton Inn Columbia East
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- Comfort Inn Columbia
As a restricted military installation, public dining options on base are limited to authorized personnel using base facilities such as the dining facility (DFAC). Visitors and contractors should plan meals in nearby Eastover or the Columbia metro area, where a wide range of restaurants and fast-food options are available along US-76.
- This is an active military base — civilian access requires prior authorization and valid government-issued identification.
- The nearest major city is Columbia, SC, approximately 15 miles to the northwest via US-76.
- Air shows and open house events are occasionally held and represent the primary opportunity for public visits — check the 169th Fighter Wing's official channels for announcements.
- Do not attempt to photograph flight operations or infrastructure without explicit military authorization.
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