July 28, 2023 RAF Lakenheath's first F-15 to achieve 10,000 flight hours Aircraft 91-0308, a U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 492nd Fighter Squadron, became the first F-15 assigned to RAF Lakenheath to achieve the milestone of 10,000 flight hours on July 28, 2023.
July 26, 2023 Liberty Wing wins 2023 CINC IEA The CINC IEA is awarded annually to one installation from each military service and recognizes the outstanding work of those who operate and maintain DOD installations, each of which succeeded at being the best in achieving excellence in performing installation management within their military
July 17, 2023 48 FW Drinking Water Notice Cancellation Effective 14 Jul at 1200 local, the previous RAF Lakenheath drinking water precautions for infants below the age of 6 months are no longer required, the water is safe to drink for everyone.
July 17, 2023 SECAF visits RAF Lakenheath While at RAF Lakenheath, Kendall visited various units where he held discussions on vital matters, highlighted the strategic goals, acknowledged the contributions of Airmen and shared his vision for the future during a base-wide all-call.
June 27, 2023 JLTVs set to take the streets of RAF Lakenheath JLTVs provide a generational leap in capability from the current Humvees and base personnel should expect to see them in and around the base starting this July.
June 20, 2023 Liberty Wing activates first fifth-generation Fighter Generation Squadrons The idea to break large aircraft maintenance squadrons into smaller FGSs and pairing them up with their respective fighter squadrons aligns with the U.S. Air Force’s Combat Oriented Maintenance Organization (COMO) structure; aimed to foster unity of effort between maintenance and operations as well
May 19, 2023 NY Jets, Liberty Wing host first U.K. vs U.S. flag football game The matches provided an opportunity for the Partner nations to participate in a military-to-military engagement and further relations through an exchange of a cultural pastime.
April 17, 2023 Transforming Lives: Total knee replacements available at 48th MDG We are happy to evaluate anyone with persistent knee pain and help discuss treatment options with them. Please get in touch with your primary care team and have them place a referral to Orthopaedics.
Jan. 12, 2023 Liberty Wing becomes first U.S. base to earn “Full Assurance” rating in the UK The Liberty Wing made history after becoming the first U.S. fighter wing and operational base to receive a “Full Assurance” rating from the RAF Inspector of Explosives during its annual inspection in 2022, at RAF Lakenheath, England.
Dec. 22, 2022 CSAF visits Liberty Wing Airmen standing watch during the holidays The visit allowed Air Force senior leaders to meet with Airmen and Guardians around U.S. European Command, along with NATO allies, who stand watch 24-7-365 and show appreciation for their efforts and sacrifice.