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48th Fighter Wing strengthens partnerships during Ocean Sky

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Justin Elcombe, 492nd Fighter Generation Squadron F-15 electrical and environmental systems craftsman, observes his peers during a part replacement on a U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle during Exercise Ocean Sky 25 at Gando Air Base, Gran Canaria, Spain, Oct. 22, 2025. Ocean Sky is an annual exercise that trains participants through air-to-air missions in a demanding physical environment to strengthen military relationships, improve interoperability, and enhance joint and combined operational procedures among Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Davis)

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48th Fighter Wing strengthens partnerships during Ocean Sky

An Indian Air Force Sukhoi Su-30MKI flies during Exercise Ocean Sky 25 at Gando Air Base, Gran Canaria, Spain, Oct. 21, 2025. Ocean Sky is an annual exercise that trains participants through air-to-air missions in a demanding environment to strengthen military relationships, improve interoperability, and enhance joint and combined operational procedures among Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Davis)

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48th Fighter Wing strengthens partnerships during Ocean Sky

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Ziarra Williams, 492nd Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, prepares a U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle for takeoff during Exercise Ocean Sky 25 at Gando Air Base, Spain, Oct. 21, 2025. Aircraft maintainers and crew chiefs supported this annual exercise, ensuring mission-ready aircraft and enabling seamless operations among Allied and partner nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Davis)

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48th Fighter Wing strengthens partnerships during Ocean Sky

Two Spanish Air Force Eurofighter Typhoons fly in tandem during Exercise Ocean Sky 25 at Gando Air Base, Gran Canaria, Spain, Oct. 21, 2025. The exercise included members from Germany, Greece, Portugal, U.S., India and Spain and was designed to enhance readiness, refine compatibility and strengthen combined operational procedures between Allies and partners in a complex training environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Davis)

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Always ready: 492d FGS Airmen own the skies at Ocean Sky

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Justin Elcombe, 492nd Fighter Generation Squadron F-15 electrical and environmental systems craftsman, right, and Senior Airman Xavier Bettencourt, 492nd FGS aircrew electrical and environmental systems journeyman, inspect oil from a U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle during Exercise Ocean Sky 25 at Gando Air Base, Spain, Oct. 22, 2025. During this large force exercise, aircraft maintainers and crew chiefs sustained high sortie rates, supporting air-to-air training to strengthen interoperability and partnership among participating nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Davis)

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48th Fighter Wing strengthens partnerships during Ocean Sky

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle pilot and weapon systems officer assigned to the 492nd Fighter Squadron taxi during Exercise Ocean Sky 25 at Gando Air Base, Gran Canaria, Spain, Oct. 20, 2025. The exercise included members from Germany, Greece, Portugal, U.S., India and Spain and was designed to enhance readiness, refine compatibility and strengthen combined operational procedures between Allies and partners in a complex training environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Davis)

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48th Fighter Wing strengthens partnerships during Ocean Sky

Three German Air Force Eurofighter Typhoons fly during Exercise Ocean Sky 25 at Gando Air Base, Gran Canaria, Spain, Oct. 20, 2025. The exercise included members from Germany, Greece, Portugal, U.S., India and Spain and was designed to enhance readiness, refine compatibility and strengthen combined operational procedures between Allies and partners in a complex training environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Davis)

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48th Fighter Wing strengthens partnerships during Ocean Sky

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Luke Brisson, left, 492nd Fighter Generation Squadron avionics journeyman, and U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Scott Konecny, 492nd FGS assistant dedicated crew chief, salute during Exercise Ocean Sky 25 at Gando Air Base, Gran Canaria, Spain, Oct. 20, 2025. Ocean Sky is an annual exercise that trains participants through air-to-air missions in a demanding environment to strengthen military relationships, improve interoperability, and enhance joint and combined operational procedures among Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Davis)

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48th Fighter Wing hosts US-UK Counter-Drone Tabletop Exercise

U.S. Airmen pose with their U.K. counterparts for a group photo during a U.S.-U.K. table top exercise at RAF Lakenheath, England, Oct. 8-9, 2025. The TTX brought together U.S. Air Forces in Europe–Air Forces Africa and U.K. defense partners to strengthen coordination and refine tactics, techniques and procedures for countering drone threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delanie Brown)

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48th Fighter Wing hosts US-UK Counter-Drone Tabletop Exercise

U.S. Air Force Col. Nicholas Jurewicz, 48th Fighter Wing deputy commander, gives introductions during a U.S.-U.K. table top exercise at RAF Lakenheath, England, Oct. 8-9, 2025. The TTX brought together U.S. Air Forces in Europe–Air Forces Africa and U.K. defense partners to strengthen coordination and refine tactics, techniques and procedures for countering drone threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delanie Brown)

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48th Fighter Wing hosts US-UK Counter-Drone Tabletop Exercise

U.S. Air Force Col. Jonathan O’Dell, 100th Air Refueling Wing deputy commander, takes notes during a U.S.-U.K. table top exercise at RAF Lakenheath, England, Oct. 8-9, 2025. The TTX brought together U.S. Air Forces in Europe–Air Forces Africa and U.K. defense partners to strengthen coordination and refine tactics, techniques and procedures for countering drone threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delanie Brown)

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48th Fighter Wing hosts US-UK Counter-Drone Tabletop Exercise

U.S. Air Force Maj. Robert Parati, 422nd Security Forces Squadron commander, discusses base operations during a U.S.-U.K. table top exercise at RAF Lakenheath, England, Oct. 8-9, 2025. The TTX brought together U.S. Air Forces in Europe–Air Forces Africa and U.K. defense partners to strengthen coordination and refine tactics, techniques and procedures for countering drone threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delanie Brown)

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USAF hosts European Air Group members advancing the F-35A Lightning II program

U.S. Airmen and British Royal Navy service members collaborate during a European Air Group F-35A Lightning II aircraft demonstration at RAF Lakenheath, England, Oct. 7, 2025. Allies and partners gathered for EAG Squadron Talks, motivating F-35 advancements and NATO interoperable operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley Talley)

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USAF hosts European Air Group members advancing the F-35A Lightning II program

British Royal Air Force and Navy service members listen to an F-35A Lightning II innovation briefing at RAF Lakenheath, England, Oct. 7, 2025. The discussions were one piece of the European Air Group’s F-35A Lightning II education and readiness initiative, allowing various countries to share experiences and lessons learned. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley Talley)

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USAF hosts European Air Group members advancing the F-35A Lightning II program

Belgian Air Force Brig. Gen. Patrick Goossens, European Air Group deputy director, places an EAG patch on U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Daniel Monteiro, 493rd Fighter Generation Squadron avionics specialist, during an F-35A Lightning II Squadron Talk at RAF Lakenheath, England, Oct. 7, 2025. Monteiro was presented with a patch due to his participation in an EAG F-35 maintenance externship program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley Talley)

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USAF hosts European Air Group members advancing the F-35A Lightning II program

A Royal Danish Air Force service member participates in F-35A Lightning II squadron talks with the European Air Group at RAF Lakenheath, England, Oct. 8, 2025. The 48th Fighter Wing hosted the EAG, supporting interoperable operations throughout the European theatre, providing crucial support and advancement techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley Talley)

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USAF hosts European Air Group members advancing the F-35A Lightning II program

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Jack Arthaud, front left, 48th Fighter Wing commander, and Belgian Air Force Brig. Gen. Patrick Goossens, front right, European Air Group deputy director, pose for a photo with EAG members at RAF Lakenheath, England, Oct. 7, 2025. The EAG members and partners gathered to collaborate on best practices for the F-35A Lightning II aircraft and to share their technical expertise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley Talley)

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RAF Lakenheath hosts B.E.S.T. professional development program

48th Fighter Wing Airmen listen to a senior enlisted leadership panel during the Basic Enlisted Strategic Thinking course at RAF Lakenheath, England, Sept. 30, 2025. This professional development program is designed to give enlisted leaders the tools to think critically and connect daily operations to broader strategic objectives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delanie Brown)

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RAF Lakenheath hosts B.E.S.T. professional development program

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christopher Corbin, 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron unit deployment manager, and Staff Sgt. Jaleek Barnette, 48th LRS refueling maintenance noncommissioned officer in charge, give a presentation on force protection during the Basic Enlisted Strategic Thinking course at RAF Lakenheath, England, Sept. 30, 2025. The curriculum’s arrival at RAF Lakenheath underscores a growing focus on developing adaptable Airmen who can anticipate challenges and support strategic decision-making. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delanie Brown)

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RAF Lakenheath hosts B.E.S.T. professional development program

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kimberlee-Christine Rodriguez, 48th Component Maintenance Squadron fuels system journeyman, listens to a presentation during the Basic Enlisted Strategic Thinking course at RAF Lakenheath, England, Sept. 30, 2025. The course supports a service-wide initiative to equip Airmen with the tools needed to link day-to-day tasks to long-range strategic goals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delanie Brown)

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