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July 9, 2024
Advancing capabilities: Lakenheath combat arms experts certify on M110A1 sniper rifle

Combat arms training and maintenance Airmen assigned to the 48th Security Forces Squadron advanced operational capabilities by successfully qualifying five CATM instructors on the M110A1 Squad Designated Marksmanship Rifle June 27.
July 8, 2024
Logisticians supply the mission at RAF Lakenheath

The material management flight, assigned to the 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron, proves essential to the 48th Fighter Wing by conducting supply management across the base to support the mission set at RAF Lakenheath, England.
July 7, 2024
How the Liberty Wing’s safety office keeps the mission secured

Every member of the 48th Fighter Wing at RAF Lakenheath and Feltwell plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe working environment. It may be difficult to prevent every accident from happening, but with the proper methods of collecting information, protecting individuals, and preserving combat
July 7, 2024
Sustaining safe water at RAF Lakenheath

Every day, more than three million liters of water flow into an underground aquifer, providing most of RAF Lakenheath's water. The quality of this essential resource rests in the hands of a select few Airmen and civilians on the 48th Civil Engineer Squadron.
July 3, 2024
Liberty Wing maintainers keep U.S., Norwegian F-35s in the sky at Ramstein 1v1

Maintenance professionals assigned to the 439rd Fighter Generation Squadron traveled from their home base in England to support Norwegian and U.S. F-35 Lightning II’s during the U.S. Air Forces in Europe’s first-ever basic fighter maneuvers exercise at Ramstein Air Base, Germany June 6.
June 24, 2024
Lakenheath Airman stays ready inside, out of the octagon

From the mixed martial arts octagon to the 48th Security Forces Squadron, Senior Airman Alonso Sanchez exemplifies how a fighter's discipline and resilience can elevate military excellence.
June 21, 2024
New commander accepts the torch of command at Liberty Wing

Col. Jack R. Arthaud assumed command of the 48th Fighter Wing during a change of command ceremony June 21.
June 21, 2024
Estate claims for Karren Mendoza

If anyone has any claims for, or against the estate of Senior Airman Karren Mendoza, should contact 2d Lt Daniel Gillian, the Summary Courts Officer by email daniel.gillian.1@us.af.mil.
June 20, 2024
Liberty Wing EOD hosts international exercise with NATO allies

The Explosive Ordnance Disposal team of the 48th Civil Engineer Squadron, stands at the forefront of ensuring the operational readiness and safety of Airmen and their families.
June 18, 2024
Lakenheath's F-35 Training Facility: Enhancing Skills and Readiness

The 48th Fighter Wing's training facility is dedicated to the education and training of maintainers who support the fifth-generation aircraft of the Liberty Wing. The facility primarily serves the 372nd Training Squadron and the 2,500 members supporting the F-35A Lighting II mission.