News

Nov. 14, 2023
Upcoming OCOLA Changes to Affect Lakenheath Families

Airmen stationed throughout the United Kingdom will see a change in their overseas cost-of-living allowance beginning with their end of November paychecks. This is the first of two changes in OCOLA expected to impact RAF Lakenheath and RAF Feltwell Airmen as well as their family members.
Oct. 26, 2023
New facility set to enhance Liberty Wing capabilities

The 48th Fighter Wing unveiled a new maintenance facility Oct. 10, 2023, which is set to increase the pace of maintenance operations and have ripple effects not just on the wing but on NATO allies as well.
Oct. 14, 2023
Liberty Wing Airmen deploy to bolster U.S. defense posture in the Middle East

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing prepare to depart RAF Lakenheath, England, for a deployment to an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia Oct. 10, 2023. The Liberty Wing Airmen will be assigned to U.S. Air Forces Central Command where they’ll be postured to support contingency
Sept. 5, 2023
48th Dental Squadron shares children’s dental health tips

To continue some dental learning at home, one of RAF Lakenheath’s general dentists answers some frequent questions about children’s oral health.
Aug. 18, 2023
CAPEX23

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 48th Munitions Squadron conducted the first-ever Combat Ammunition Production Exercise (CAPEX) with the Royal Air Force from Aug. 7-11, 2023.CAPEX is a non-rated, non-aircraft, live-munitions production exercise that provides the logistics community an opportunity to
Aug. 8, 2023
Supporting Women In Maintenance

The theme for this event was “Difficult Conversations” and was designed to educate attendees on existing barriers, navigating emotional responses and advocating for yourself as a woman in maintenance.
July 28, 2023
RAF Lakenheath's first F-15 to achieve 10,000 flight hours

Aircraft 91-0308, a U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 492nd Fighter Squadron, became the first F-15 assigned to RAF Lakenheath to achieve the milestone of 10,000 flight hours on July 28, 2023.
July 26, 2023
Liberty Wing wins 2023 CINC IEA

The CINC IEA is awarded annually to one installation from each military service and recognizes the outstanding work of those who operate and maintain DOD installations, each of which succeeded at being the best in achieving excellence in performing installation management within their military
July 17, 2023
48 FW Drinking Water Notice Cancellation

Effective 14 Jul at 1200 local, the previous RAF Lakenheath drinking water precautions for infants below the age of 6 months are no longer required, the water is safe to drink for everyone.
July 17, 2023
SECAF visits RAF Lakenheath

While at RAF Lakenheath, Kendall visited various units where he held discussions on vital matters, highlighted the strategic goals, acknowledged the contributions of Airmen and shared his vision for the future during a base-wide all-call.