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Aug. 20, 2025
RAF Lakenheath to conduct Combat Readiness Exercise Aug. 25-29

Personnel assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing will conduct a combat readiness exercise here from Aug. 25-29.
Aug. 4, 2025
Loss of an Airman at RAF Lakenheath

An Airman assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing at RAF Lakenheath died in a non-duty-related vehicle accident Aug. 3, 2025.
Aug. 3, 2025
Loss of an Airman at RAF Lakenheath

An Airman assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing at RAF Lakenheath was involved in a fatal vehicle accident Aug. 3, at approximately 2:00 a.m. on base.
July 28, 2025
Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Engages with Liberty Wing Airmen

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi visited RAF Lakenheath for the first time as the 20th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, meeting with Airmen and reinforcing the Air Force’s focus on people, readiness, and allied partnerships.
July 21, 2025
RAF Lakenheath Airmen gain depot-level maintenance experience at Robins AFB

Airmen from the 492nd Fighter Generation Squadron, or 492nd FGS, with the 48th Fighter Wing at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, recently participated in a depot cross-training program at the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex, or WR-ALC, at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia.
June 10, 2025
Maintaining the welfare of the flightline

The 48th Fighter Wing relies on a team of professionals who ensure the safe and continuous operation of its airfield. These experts are our airfield management Airmen. From routine runway inspections to rapid emergency responses, 48th Operations Support Squadron airfield management supports every
June 4, 2025
DAF assesses 48th Fighter Wing IT infrastructure, warfighter needs

Department of the Air Force Deputy Chief Information Officer, Jennifer Orozco, visited the Liberty Wing on May 2, during a recent trip to U.S. European Command to conduct an on the ground assessment of critical information technology infrastructure essential to warfighting readiness.During her tour,
May 22, 2025
Police Week: Shining a light on service, strength, community

The 48th Security Forces Squadron stands as a steadfast pillar of protection and readiness for the 48th Fighter Wing, exemplifying dedication to the mission through constant vigilance and professionalism.
May 20, 2025
U.S., British, French armed forces strengthen ties during flag football

The Liberty Wing hosted U.S., British, and—for the first time—French service members for a flag football tournament May 16, deepening military relationships and camaraderie among the NATO allies.
May 17, 2025
And They’re Off: A USVF day at the races

U.S. Military Personnel and families from across the United Kingdom participated in a U.S. Visiting Forces race day at the Rowley Mile Racecourse in Newmarket, England, May 17.