RAF Lakenheath Live - 23rd July 2025

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Welcome to RAF Lakenheath (EGUL) – the United States Air Force’s premier combat air base in Europe and one of the most exciting military aviation hubs in the UK. Located in Suffolk, England, RAF Lakenheath is home to cutting-edge fighter operations, regular training missions, and fast-jet movements that draw the attention of aviation fans worldwide. With a heavy American presence, this is where you’ll witness some of the most powerful and iconic aircraft in the world operating daily over British skies. ⸻ 🛫 Aircraft Operating from RAF Lakenheath: 🇺🇸 F-15E Strike Eagle – 48th Fighter Wing (492nd & 494th FS) • Twin-seat, twin-engine multirole fighter • Specialised in air-to-ground and precision strike missions • A backbone of USAF combat power in Europe • Often seen training over the UK and deployed in global operations 🇺🇸 F-35A Lightning II – 495th Fighter Squadron (“Valkyries”) • 5th Generation stealth fighter • RAF Lakenheath is the first USAF base in Europe to operate the F-35A • Known for its stealth capabilities, data fusion, and electronic warfare • Introduced in late 2021 and expanding rapidly 🇺🇸 KC-135 Stratotanker (occasional deployment support) • Aerial refuelling operations supporting long-haul fighter movements • Usually staged from nearby RAF Mildenhall but occasionally seen at Lakenheath 🇺🇸 Occasional Visitors: • F-22 Raptors (during rotations or joint NATO exercises) • B-1, B-52, and B-2 bombers (as part of bomber task force deployments) • C-17 Globemaster III and C-5 Galaxy (support aircraft) • NATO partner aircraft during joint operations ⸻ 📍 About the Base: • ICAO: EGUL • Operator: United States Air Force (USAFE) • Runway: 06/24 – 2,743m (9,000 ft) • Located near: Brandon, Suffolk, UK • Main Units: 48th Fighter Wing – “Liberty Wing” • Role: Combat Air Operations, NATO support, rapid deployment force for Europe and the Middle East ⸻ 🎥 What to Expect in This Stream: • Fast jet take-offs and full afterburner launches • Low-level recoveries and precision landings • Taxi footage, circuit patterns, and formation flights • Real-time educational commentary about aircraft systems, missions, and pilot roles • A live look into one of the busiest and most strategic USAF bases in the world ⸻ 🎓 Educational Insight: This stream is part of the SDTV aviation learning platform — delivering real-time footage and training insight directly into classrooms and aviation education programmes. Whether you’re a student, future pilot, or enthusiast, you’re in the right place to see modern airpower in action. ⸻ 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more streams from RAF bases, UK airports ✈️ SDTV Transparency & Integrity Statement SDTV is an independent aviation media and education platform, committed to delivering high-quality, transparent, and respectful aviation content. We are not affiliated with any other streamers or third-party streaming services, and maintain full operational and editorial independence across all of our broadcasts and educational projects. Our mission is to support the aviation industry and inspire the next generation through ethical, professional, and safety-focused content, delivered in a way that benefits both the public and the wider aviation community. Whether live streaming from airports or creating training resources for students, SDTV always prioritises accuracy, legality, and integrity. We do not engage in clickbait, artificial view inflation, or unauthorised coverage of sensitive operations. We are proud to stand apart as a trusted and responsible presence in aviation media and education.