Aviano AB and RAF Lakenheath team up for FTD

Photo By Master Sgt. Eric Burks | An F-16C Fighting Falcon from the 31st Fighter Wing, 510th Fighter Squadron, Aviano Air Base, Italy, prepares to land at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, July 20, 2018. The 510th FS is participating in a bilateral training event to enhance interoperability, maintain joint readiness and reassure our regional allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Eric Burks)  

RAF LAKENHEATH, SUFFOLK, UNITED KINGDOM

07.20.2018

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U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa   

ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England -- Approximately 200 Airmen assigned to the 510th Fighter Squadron, 31st Fighter Wing, Aviano Air Base, Italy, are participating in a flying training deployment at RAF Lakenheath, England, to evaluate aircraft and personnel capabilities and train in NATO operations with the 48th Fighter Wing and British allies.

During this training event, 14 F-16C Fighting Falcons from the 510th Fighter Squadron will participate in training focused on maintaining joint readiness while building interoperability capabilities with NATO and other U.S. Air Force assets.

Through strengthened relationships and engagements with our allies, the U.S. and NATO demonstrate our shared commitment to a peaceful, stable and secure Europe.

• Date Taken: 07.20.2018
• Date Posted: 07.23.2018 07:47
• Story ID: 285220
• Location: RAF LAKENHEATH, SUFFOLK, GB