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Mysterious drones are seen over three US air bases in the UK

2024-11-24 08:54:00, Kosova & Bota CNA

Mysterious drones are seen over three US air bases in the UK

A number of unidentified drones have been spotted over three air bases in Britain, the United States Air Force (USAF) has confirmed.

The incidents, which took place between Wednesday and Friday, saw "small unmanned aerial systems" spotted over RAF Lakenheath and RAF Mildenhall, in Suffolk, and RAF Feltwell in neighboring Norfolk.

The USAF, which operates the bases, said it was unclear at this stage whether the drones were considered hostile.

He also declined to comment on whether any defense mechanisms had been used, but said he retained the "right to defend" the installations.

A USAF Europe spokesman said: "We can confirm that small UAS unmanned aerial systems were observed in the vicinity of and over RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall and RAF Feltwell.

“The number of UAS fluctuated and they varied in size/configuration.

The UASs were actively monitored, and installation managers determined that none of the incursions affected base residents or critical infrastructure.

To protect operational security, we do not discuss our specific force protection measures, but reserve the right to protect the installation. We continue to monitor our airspace and are working with host country authorities and mission partners to ensure the safety of base personnel, facilities and assets."

RAF Mildenhall is primarily home to the USAF's 100th Air Refueling Wing; RAF Lakenheath is home to the USAF's F-35A and F-15E fighter jets, while RAF Feltwell mainly handles logistics and provides accommodation for military personnel.

A spokesman for the British Ministry of Defence, which owns the bases, said: “We take threats seriously and maintain strong measures at defense sites.

This includes anti-drone security capabilities. We will not comment further on security procedures.”/ CNA





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