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Welcome
Welcome to the official World Wide Web site of Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom. This site is provided as a public service through the cooperative efforts of RAF Lakenheath (48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs) and U.S Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) Public Affairs.
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The 48th Fighter Wing Mission:
To provide worldwide responsive combat air power and support to meet our nation's objectives.
The 48th Fighter Wing Vision:
To be our nation's premier combat wing capable of dominating any adversary.
Our Objectives:
-Sharpen combat capabilities
-Strengthen the team
-Shape the installation |
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U.S. Air Forces in Europe is an Air Force major command and the air component of the U.S. European Command. USAFE headquarters is located at Ramstein Air Base, Germany.
THE VISION ...
Leading EUCOM’s recognized expeditionary air component. Enabling global mobility/strike, and AOR stability/security through the full-spectrum interdependent exploitation of air, space, and cyberspace.
THE MISSION ...
Delivering full-spectrum options to the Combatant Commander; leading and supporting Joint, Coalition, NATO, and Warfighting Headquarters operations; promoting regional stability through focused theater engagement
THE GOALS ...
-- Present light, lean, lethal, and rapid expeditionary aerospace forces to the Combatant Commander through a value-recognized Warfighting Headquarters with JFC and JFACC leadership roles
-- Create an environment that supports innovation and efficient, effective utilization of resources
-- Support force recapitalization through transformation
-- Optimize expeditionary infrastructure and basing
-- Enable allies and forge partnerships that advance the fight in the GWoT
-- Foster continuous theater engagement and strategic presence
-- Maintain a fit, healthy, and ready force
-- Provide high quality of life in a stable, secure, and cohesive working and living environment for all USAFE Airmen and their families
-- Partner with ANG and AFRC to enhance success in all current and emerging missions both in-theater and through reachback |
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The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and win...in air, space and cyberspace.
To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision:
The United States Air Force will be a trusted and reliable joint partner with our sister services known for integrity in all of our activities, including supporting the joint mission first and foremost. We will provide compelling air, space, and cyber capabilities for use by the combatant commanders. We will excel as stewards of all Air Force resources in service to the American people, while providing precise and reliable Global Vigilance, Reach and Power for the nation.
The Air Force has three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. These core competencies make our six distinctive capabilities possible:
Air and Space Superiority : With it, joint forces can dominate enemy operations in all dimensions -- land, sea, air and space.
Global Attack: Because of technological advances, the Air Force can attack anywhere, anytime -- and do so quickly and with greater precision than ever before.
Rapid Global Mobility: Being able to respond quickly and decisively anywhere we're needed is key to maintaining rapid global mobility.
Precision Engagement: The essence lies in the ability to apply selective force against specific targets because the nature and variety of future contingencies demand both precise and reliable use of military power with minimal risk and collateral damage.
Information Superiority: The ability of joint force commanders to keep pace with information and incorporate it into a campaign plan is crucial.
Agile Combat Support: Deployment and sustainment are keys to successful operations and cannot be separated. Agile combat support applies to all forces, from those permanently based to contingency buildups to expeditionary forces.
The Air Force bases these core competencies and distinctive capabilities on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.
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The Department of the Air Force is headquartered in the Pentagon, Washington D.C. The service is organized in nine major commands throughout the world which provide combat aircraft, airlift, refueling, reconnaissance and other support to the Unified Combatant Commands.
The Air Force also has more than three dozen field operating agencies and direct reporting units which directly support the mission by providing unique services.
Together with Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard forces, the United States Air Force is the best in the world.
The Secretary of the Air Force is Michael B. Donley, the Chief of Staff of the Air Force is Gen. Mark A. Welsh, the Vice Chief of Staff is Gen. Larry O. Spencer, and the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force is CMSAF James A. Roy. |
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This webpage is maintained by the 48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs office. For questions about what services we provide, contact us at:
48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
Unit 5210 Box 215
APO AE 09461-0215
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The public affairs office is unable to redirect calls or provide phone numbers. If searching for a phone number on base, please call the base operator.
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Calling Base Operator from the continental U.S.:
Comm: 011 44 1638 521 110
DSN: 314-226-1110
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Calling Base Operator from within England:
Comm: 01638 521 110
DSN: 226-1110
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