• Giving the Air Force HOPE

    The HOPE initiative, which was inspired by RAF Lakenheath’s Torchbearers program launched in 2020, aims to provide Airmen with tools and resources to build resilience.

  • From Crew Chief to Religious Affairs Airman: One Airman's Journey

    Many Airmen join the U.S. Air Force with an open general contract, only to find themselves placed in career fields according to the needs of the Department of Defense. Some Airmen end up loving the job they’re given while others don’t. For those who don’t, if they match certain criteria, they may

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 48th Fighter Wing Airmen participates in survival training

    Airmen from the 48th Fighter Wing use a map to determine their location during a Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape training course at Stanford Training Area near Thetford, England, March 4, 2020. The course trained aircrew personnel on how to use various tools and equipment to aid rescue and