• EDIS goes the distance for child development

    ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England – Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the Educational and Developmental Intervention Services team at the 48th Fighter Wing has proactively continued to provide vital resources to local families through virtual classrooms, programs, and groups.

  • Stay fit anywhere, anytime

    The 48th Fighter Wing Fitness Center developed a virtual fitness program consisting of exercise videos and nutritional information for Liberty Airmen and families to use at home.

  • Refueling Eagles

    The 100th Air Refueling Wing refueled F-15C Eagles and F-15E Strike Eagles from the 48th Fighter Wing, RAF Lakenheath, England, off the English coast, April 23, 2020.

  • Security Forces augmentees support base defense

    The 48th Security Forces Squadron mission is to protect and defend U.S. Air Force in Europe’s largest fighter wing from possible risks. However, in times of increased threat levels or reduced manpower, an augmentation program is needed to fulfill the need for additional personnel to support

  • AFE Airmen help keep aircrew safe during COVID-19 pandemic

    An Aircrew Flight Equipment Airman assigned to the 494th Fighter Squadron checks flight gear at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, April 22, 2020. AFE technicians must wear personal protective equipment such as masks and gloves to comply with new mandated regulations set by the Centers for Disease

  • Takeoff Tuesday

    An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 492nd Fighter Squadron takes off at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, April 21, 2020. Despite the current COVID-19 crisis, the 48th Fighter Wing continues to maintain mission-readiness in order to safeguard U.S. national interests and those of our allies and