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  • An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 493rd Fighter Squadron conducts aerial operations in support of exercise Point Blank 20-02 over East Anglia, May 12, 2020. The joint event, held quarterly between the Royal Air Force and U.S. Air Forces stationed in the United Kingdom was the first to be conducted amid the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Master Sgt. Matthew Plew)

    Increased Flying Operations from Aug. 11-13

    The 48th Fighter Wing will increase flying operations over East Anglia and the surrounding areas Aug. 11-13. These “surge” operations, or short periods of increased flying, facilitate a number of training requirements for both F-15 aircrew and support personnel on the ground, and are necessary to ensure a ready and capable force. There are no plans for low-altitude flying or night flying during this period is expected.
  • The 48th Comptroller Squadron has introduced a new system for submitting and tracking financial inquiries to help Airmen efficiently manage their finances, maintaining the readiness to accomplish their mission. (U.S. Air Force inforgraphic by Airman 1st Class Jessi Monte)

    The future of finance

    ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England – The Liberty Wing thrives off the innovation of its Airmen and the implementation of these process improvements streamline the wing’s capabilities. The 48th Comptroller Squadron has introduced a new system for submitting and tracking financial inquiries to help Airmen efficiently manage their finances, maintaining the readiness to accomplish their mission.
  • An F-15E Strike Eagle, assigned to the 492nd Fighter Squadron, takes flight at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, Aug. 4, 2020. The Liberty Wing F-15s provide worldwide responsive combat airpower and support through its highly capable maneuverability and acceleration, weapons systems and avionics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rhonda Smith)

    Liberty Wing performs daily operations

    An F-15E Strike Eagle, assigned to the 492nd Fighter Squadron, takes flight at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, Aug. 4, 2020. The Liberty Wing F-15s provide worldwide responsive combat airpower and support through its highly capable maneuverability and acceleration, weapons systems and avionics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rhonda
  • The 48th Fighter Wing Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs have saved 299 clients $37,997 in tax preparation fees and delivered $545,507 in federal and state tax returns as of July 24, 2020. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rhonda Smith)

    Tax Assistance program saves customers thousands

    ROYAL AIRFORCE LAKENHEATH, England — The 48th Fighter Wing Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs have saved 299 clients $37,997 in tax preparation fees and delivered $545,507 in federal and state tax returns as of July 24, 2020.
  • An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 493rd Fighter Squadron flies over Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, July 23, 2020. To maintain proficiency, Liberty Wing aircrew perform daily training missions ensuring they are always ready to provide worldwide responsive combat airpower. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rhonda Smith)

    Liberty Wing aircraft takes off

    An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 493rd Fighter Squadron flies over Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, July 23, 2020. To maintain proficiency, Liberty Wing aircrew perform daily training missions ensuring they are always ready to provide worldwide responsive combat airpower. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rhonda Smith)
  • An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 493rd Fighter Squadrontakes off at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, July 20, 2020. The 493rd FS conducts routine training to ensure the Liberty Wing brings unique air combat capabilities to the fight when called upon by U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jessi Monte)

    48th Fighter Wing daily flying operations

  • U.S. Air Force firefighters assigned to the 48th Civil Engineering Squadron conduct a controlled burn training exercise at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, July 8, 2020. Liberty Wing firefighters participate in live fire and smoke training quarterly to ensure readiness for real-world situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jessi Monte)

    48 th CES firefighters participate in quarterly training

  • U.S. Air Force Col. Jason Camilletti, 48th Fighter Wing commander, addresses the Liberty Wing for the first time during a change of command ceremony at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, July 10, 2020. Prior to his assignment as the Liberty Wing commander, Camilletti was the commander of the 48th Operations Group. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher S. Sparks

    48th Fighter Wing welcomes new commander

    The 48th Fighter Wing conducted a change of command ceremony here July 10.
  • U.S. Air Force Col. William Marshall, 48th Fighter Wing commander, conducts pre-flight checks prior to his final flight at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England, July 7, 2020. Marshall will relinquish command on July 10, as he transitions to become the 3rd Air Force vice commander at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher S. Sparks)

    Marshall completes final flight as 48FW commander

  • An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 494th Fighter Squadron takes off from Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England, in support of a large force exercise July 1, 2020. Large force exercises sharpen combat readiness, increase tactical proficiency and maintain a ready force capable of ensuring the collective defense of the NATO alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher S. Sparks)

    48th Fighter Wing Airmen and aircraft participate in large force exercise

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