Unidentified Drones Detected Over US Air Bases in the UK

Mon Dec 23 2024 16:29:36 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)
Unidentified Drones Detected Over US Air Bases in the UK

A recent sighting of drones over RAF facilities has raised security questions.


Drones have been spotted over three US air bases in the UK, prompting a response from the United States Air Force (USAF) regarding their safety protocols and monitoring measures.


Numerous unidentified drones have created a stir among military installations in the United Kingdom. The United States Air Force (USAF) confirmed these sightings occurred at RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk, and RAF Feltwell in Norfolk from Wednesday to Friday. The USAF described the aerial objects as "small unmanned aerial systems" (UASs).

While the USAF has not deemed these drones as hostile, it has opted not to discuss specific defense responses used during the sightings, maintaining its right to protect military installations and personnel. A spokesperson from USAF Europe stated, “the number of UASs fluctuated, and they ranged in size and configuration."

Officials confirmed that the incursions did not adversely affect base residents, infrastructure, or operations, but indicated a commitment to ongoing monitoring of airspace in collaboration with British authorities. Both RAF Lakenheath, home to F-35A and F-15E fighters, and RAF Mildenhall, hosting the 100th Air Refueling Wing, play crucial roles in US military operations in Europe.

The British Ministry of Defence emphasized their serious approach to potential threats, citing "robust measures" and counter-drone capabilities in place at defense sites but refraining from providing additional specifics on security protocols.

These incidents evoke broader concerns about airspace security and the increasing use of drones in military contexts, highlighting the need for comprehensive discussions on the contemporary challenges facing national defense strategies.

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