Oct. 6, 2021 U.S. Air Force performs practice fly past over Tottenham Stadium The 48th Fighter Wing performed a multiple jet practice flyover of Tottenham Stadium today, Oct. 6, 2021.
Oct. 1, 2021 U.S. Air Force activates first Europe-based F-35A Squadron The 48th Fighter Wing has reactivated the first U.S. Air Forces in Europe F-35A squadron. The 495th Fighter Squadron, nicknamed as the “Valkyries,” was activated at exactly 8:49 and 50 seconds, Friday morning, 30 years to the day since its designation as a fighter squadron.
Sept. 1, 2021 More than medical care: EMEDS prescribes hope In less than 24 hours, medical and logistics personnel transformed Ramstein’s Southside Fitness Center Annex into an expansive Expeditionary Medical Support System during Operation Allies Refuge.
Aug. 5, 2021 Selfless Service Service before self is more than a core value, it becomes a lifestyle. A value embodied both on and off base by two Liberty Wing Airmen that recently intervened during life-threatening vehicle crashes in the community.
Aug. 3, 2021 48th Fighter Wing Airman selected as one of the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year Airmen join the Air Force for a multitude of different reasons, but don’t generally join the Air Force to win awards or be recognized as the best of the best; good work ethics, attitude and personal drive are what set these Airmen apart. One such Airman is Tech. Sgt. Justin Bennett, 48th Fighter
July 29, 2021 Liberty Spark: The future is innovation Within the last four years, the U.S. Air Force launched AFWERX, a program dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation within the service and enabling that innovation to thrive.
July 20, 2021 No man left behind: volunteers and veterans recover fallen service members More than 75 years after a U.S. bomber went down, veterans and volunteers are recovering the remains of the aircrew who perished on the flight.
June 29, 2021 RAF Lakenheath celebrates Fourth of July with a fireworks display RAF Lakenheath will be holding a COVID-compliant outdoor event that will involve a traditional fireworks display, in honor of the Fourth of July U.S. holiday. The fireworks will likely be seen and heard for roughly ten minutes beginning at around 10 p.m. on Friday.
June 4, 2021 48th CS wins best small CS in USAF The Liberty Wing relies on global connectivity, information systems and communications support throughout the base in order to keep the mission on track. These items are critical to the daily tasks of over 7,000 Airmen and the ability of the 48th Fighter Wing to continue delivering superior airpower
May 26, 2021 Astral Knight 21: Liberty Wing trains with European Allies The 48th Fighter Wing trained and integrated with allied NATO nations during Astral Knight 21, May 17 - 21, 2021, strengthening partnerships and rapid deployment capabilities.