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The Last of its Kind

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Graydon Akawong, 48th Component Maintenance Squadron, Enhanced Aircraft Radar Test Station technician (left), and A1C Alexander Garcia EARTS technician, perform final maintenance checks on a 111-transmitter, at the U.S. Air Force F-15 radar Centralized Repair Facility, at RAF Lakenheath, England, March 11, 2024. The U.S. Air Force is modernizing this radar with an upgrade that will provide better reliability and lower sustainment costs leading to readiness and lethality so pilots can continue to own the skies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gaspar Cortez)

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The Last of its Kind

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Alexander Garcia, 48th Component Maintenance Squadron Enhanced Aircraft Radar Test Station technician, performs final checks on the 111-Transmitter at RAF Lakenheath, England, March 11, 2024. The U.S. Air Force is modernizing this radar with an upgrade that will provide better reliability and lower sustainment costs leading to readiness and lethality so pilots can continue to own the skies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gaspar Cortez)

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The Last of its Kind

An enhanced aircraft radar test station at RAF Lakenheath, England, March 11, 2024. The U.S. Air Force is modernizing this radar with an upgrade that will provide better reliability and lower sustainment costs leading to readiness and lethality so pilots can continue to own the skies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gaspar Cortez)

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48th Fighter Wing RAPCON: Behind the radar

U.S. Air Force SSgt. John Flaten, 48th Operation Support Squadron watch supervisor and SSgt. Zachary Moore, 48th OSS air traffic controller, views a display screen showing aircraft in the surrounding airspace at RAF Lakenheath, England, March 20, 2024. The RAPCON team is responsible for any aircraft in their airspace including non-military flights coming from nearby air traffic facilities, also known as overflights. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Salazar)

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Transforming Logistics with Kinetic Cargo

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron utilize a deployable automated cargo measuring system (DACMS) during the implementation of Project Kinetic Cargo at RAF Lakenheath, England, Feb. 20, 2024. Project Kinetic Cargo ensures timely delivery of essential supplies and equipment to various operational theaters, enabling mission readiness and effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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Transforming Logistics with Kinetic Cargo

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron load cargo onto a C-17 Globemaster III during the implementation of Project Kinetic Cargo at RAF Lakenheath, England, Feb. 22, 2024. Project Kinetic Cargo ensures timely delivery of essential supplies and equipment to various operational theaters, enabling mission readiness and effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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Transforming Logistics with Kinetic Cargo

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Cameron Ranken, 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron special handling technician, processes cargo during the implementation of Project Kinetic Cargo at RAF Lakenheath, England, Feb. 20, 2024. Kinetic Cargo enhances the cargo processing by expediting operations, reducing manpower requirements, and enhancing overall efficiency for the 48th LRS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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Transforming Logistics with Kinetic Cargo

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Justin Champ, 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron outbound cargo technician, utilizes a deployable automated cargo measuring system (DACMS) during the implementation of Project Kinetic Cargo at RAF Lakenheath, England, Feb. 20, 2024. The DACMS system enhances Air Force logistics by optimizing efficiency, reducing processing time, and improving responsiveness to mission requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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48th SFS enhances mission readiness with upgraded infrastructure

Liberty Wing members participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony for new 48th Security Forces Squadron facilities at RAF Lakenheath, England, Feb. 15, 2024. The new facilities will help enhance the 48th SFS’ contingency response capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Olivia Gibson)

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48th SFS enhances mission readiness with upgraded infrastructure

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Benjamin Washburn, 48th Security Forces Squadron commander, gives remarks at a ribbon cutting ceremony for new security forces facilities at RAF Lakenheath, England, Feb. 15, 2024. The new facilities allow for faster arming and de-arming while simultaneously expanding the Liberty Wing’s mission capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Olivia Gibson)

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48th SFS enhances mission readiness with upgraded infrastructure

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Benjamin Washburn, 48th Security Forces Squadron commander, prepares a vehicle for spectators during a ribbon cutting ceremony at RAF Lakenheath, England, Feb. 15, 2024. The new facilities allow for faster arming and de-arming while simultaneously expanding the Liberty Wing’s mission capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Olivia Gibson)

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48th SFS enhances mission readiness with upgraded infrastructure

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Danielle Heiser, 48th Security Forces Squadron operations section chief, gives remarks at a ribbon cutting ceremony for new security forces facilities at RAF Lakenheath, England, Feb. 15, 2024. The new facilities will help enhance the 48th SFS’ contingency response capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Olivia Gibson)

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New F-35 Field Training Training Detachment facility at RAF Lakenheath

A new Egress System Maintenance Trainer is unveiled during a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new F-35 Field Training Detachment facility at RAF Lakenheath, England, Feb. 8, 2024. The improved infrastructure will be able to house 13 instructors and can host up to 65 students a day at max training demand, ultimately increasing overall readiness in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Salazar)

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New F-35 Field Training Training Detachment facility at RAF Lakenheath

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. David Cook, 372nd Training Squadron senior enlisted leader, provides opening remarks during the unveiling of a new training facility at RAF Lakenheath, England, Feb. 8, 2024. With these increased training capabilities, the Liberty Wing is better prepared to respond to the dynamic challenges in the Area of Responsibility while also bolstering its ability to provide combat ready forces in support of NATO. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Salazar)

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New F-35 Field Training Training Detachment facility at RAF Lakenheath

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. David Cook, 372nd Training Squadron senior enlisted leader, cuts the ribbon during the unveiling of a new F-35 Field Training Detachment facility at RAF Lakenheath, England, Feb. 8, 2024. With these increased training capabilities, the Liberty Wing is better prepared to respond to the dynamic challenges in the Area of Responsibility while also bolstering its ability to provide combat ready forces in support of NATO. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Salazar)

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Former RAFM MWD Ukkie retires to reunite with fur-st handler

U.S. Air Force Military Working Dog Cchuy lays with his toy before the start of his official retirement ceremony at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, Dec. 13, 2023. During his time at the 48th Security Forces Squadron, Cchuy amassed more than 5,900 in all-weather specialized explosive search, deterrence and intruder detection operations, to provide a safe and secure environment for the mission accomplishment of the 48th Fighter Wing. The newly retired MWD has been adopted by his final handler, Staff Sgt. Ben Kaupp and his family. (U.S. Air Force photo by Karen Abeyasekere)

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Former RAFM MWD Ukkie retires to reunite with fur-st handler

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ben Kaupp, right, and his wife and son get their first family photo taken with newly retired Military Working Dog Cchuy, who they have adopted, at the end of the K9’s official retirement ceremony at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, Dec. 10, 2023. Cchuy amassed more than 5,900 in all-weather specialized explosive search, deterrence and intruder detection operations, to provide a safe and secure environment for the mission accomplishment of the 48th Fighter Wing. Kaupp was Cchuy’s final handler and formed a special bond with the Belgian Malinois, and as soon as he knew the MWD was retiring, he and his wife knew they wanted Cchuy to become part of their family. (U.S. Air Force photo by Karen Abeyasekere)

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Former RAFM MWD Ukkie retires to reunite with fur-st handler

U.S. Air Force Military Working Dog Ukkie, 48th Security Forces Squadron, looks at the audience at the start of her retirement ceremony at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, Dec. 13, 2023. Ukkie began her active-duty career in 2017, serving at RAF Mildenhall with the 100th Security Forces Squadron, before being transferred to the RAF Lakenheath kennels in 2020, to share her knowledge and experience with younger MWDs. She has been adopted by her first handler at RAF Mildenhall and will live out her days with her family in Virginia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Karen Abeyasekere)

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Former RAFM MWD Ukkie retires to reunite with fur-st handler

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Ben Washburn, left, 48th Security Forces Squadron commander, presents a Certificate of Appreciation signed by the Secretary of the Air Force, to Military Working Dog Ukkie, 48th SFS, during her retirement ceremony at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, Dec. 13, 2023. Ukkie, who also received a Meritorius Service Medal, began her active-duty career in 2017, serving at RAF Mildenhall with the 100th Security Forces Squadron, before being transferred to the RAF Lakenheath kennels in 2020. She has been adopted by her first handler at RAF Mildenhall, and will live out her days with her family in Virginia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Karen Abeyasekere)

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Former RAFM MWD Ukkie retires to reunite with fur-st handler

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Ben Washburn, left, 48th Security Forces Squadron commander, presents the Meritorious Service Medal and certificate to Military Working Dog Cchuy, at a double-retirement ceremony with MWD Ukkie, at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, Dec. 13, 2023. Cchuy is being adopted by his final handler, Staff Sgt. Ben Kaupp (not pictured) and his family, but stood on the stage with another handler, due to the tradition of officially handing over the retired MWD to his or her new family. (U.S, Air Force photo by Karen Abeyasekere)

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