US Air Force says it responded to 'suspected drones' over RAF Lakenheath
Also reported by Guardian World, Newsweek
Summary
The US Air Force said it responded to suspected unauthorised drone activity over RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk on 13 November 2026. It said no personnel, aircraft or infrastructure were affected, and West Suffolk MP Nick Timothy said authorities told him the incident was resolved and posed no threat to the public.Key Facts
- The US Air Force responded to suspected unauthorised drone activity over RAF Lakenheath.
- The Air Force said no personnel, aircraft or infrastructure were affected.
- Residents in a nearby village reported hearing sirens at the base; the reports were unconfirmed.
- Nick Timothy said he had contacted authorities at the base and was told the incident was resolved.
- Timothy said authorities told him there was no threat to the public.
- RAF Lakenheath hosts the US Air Force’s 48th Fighter Wing, which has nearly 7,000 active-duty personnel.
- At least 12 US Air Force aircraft departed nearby RAF Mildenhall earlier in the week.
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