Lakenheath Airman dies in vehicle accident Published Nov. 24, 2017 By Staff Reports 48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs RAF LAKENHEATH, England -- RAF LAKENHEATH, England — An Airman from the 48th Fighter Wing was confirmed dead as a result of a single-car crash shortly after midnight, Nov. 24. The crash occurred off base in the nearby Brandon area. The identity of the Airmen will not be released until 24 hours after next of kin notifications have been made. No additional details will be available until the accident investigation is complete.