The US Air Force confirmed it responded to reports of “suspected unauthorized drone activity” over RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk this evening.
A spokesperson for the US Air Force stated that no aircraft, personnel, or infrastructure were impacted by the incident.
The response follows unconfirmed reports of sirens sounding at the installation, which residents in a nearby village noted hearing.
The Ministry of Defence has been approached for comment regarding the matter.
This incident follows recent activity earlier this week, during which at least 12 US Air Force aircraft departed from the adjacent RAF Mildenhall base.
Nick Timothy, the MP for West Suffolk, reported that he has been in communication with base authorities. He noted that “the incident is now resolved” and emphasized that “there is no threat to the public.”
In a social media post, Timothy added, “Given the raised threat level, I continue to encourage everyone to report anything suspicious or out of the ordinary to the authorities.”
RAF Lakenheath serves as the home of the US Air Force’s 48th Fighter Wing, also known as the Liberty Wing. The wing maintains nearly 7,000 active-duty personnel and operates four combat-ready fighter squadrons, making it the largest US fighter operation in Europe.
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