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  • A U.S. Navy P-3C Orion aircraft sits on the flightline Oct. 2, 2017, on RAF Mildenhall, England. Two U.S. Navy aircraft were returning from a six-month deployment in support of U.S. Central Command operations and stopped overnight at RAF Mildenhall on their way home to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Wash. (U.S. Air Force photo by Karen Abeyasekere)

    U.S. Navy aircraft stop off at RAF Mildenhall en route home

    A U.S. Navy P-3C Orion aircraft sits on the flightline Oct. 2, 2017, on RAF Mildenhall, England. Two U.S. Navy aircraft were returning from a six-month deployment in support of U.S. Central Command operations and stopped overnight at RAF Mildenhall on their way home to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Wash. (U.S. Air Force photo by Karen
  • Beginning in January 2018, there will be changes to the TRICARE benefit. (Courtesy photo)

    Milestone changes coming to TRICARE

    TRICARE beneficiaries will soon have increased access to health care through key changes that are set to take place in January 2018. With the benefit set to undergo some of the biggest improvements in more than two decades, beneficiaries will be able to take command of their health care through expanded choices. These improvements include wider access to network providers, updated enrollment to reduce disruptions in care and simplified co-payments.
  • This year's Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 8-14 and the RAF Mildenhall fire Department has several events planned. (Courtesy graphic)

    Family friendly fun planned for Fire Prevention Week

    This year’s Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 8 to 14 and to emphasize the importance of planning primary and secondary evacuation routes, this year’s theme is “Every second counts: Plan 2 ways out!” The 100th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department has a variety of events planned for families, starting with a parade of emergency services vehicles and finishing with the ever-popular fire muster.
  • A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker, assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing, landed Oct. 3, 2017, on RAF Mildenhall, England. Two KC-135s and their crews returned to RAF Mildenhall following a deployment to Naval Station Rota, Spain, where they flew in support of Operation Juniper Micron. The U.S. Air Force has been deploying Spain and France in support of operations in Mali and North Africa since 2013. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justine Rho)

    100th Air Refueling Wing redeploys assets from Spain

    Two KC-135 Stratotanker refueling aircraft from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, from RAF Mildenhall, England, have returned from Naval Station Rota, Spain, following support of Operation Juniper Micron.
  • Airmen from the 100th Security Forces Squadron and 100th Civil Engineer Squadron compete against the 48th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters in a game of dodgeball during the Battle of the Badges, Sept. 30, 2017, on RAF Mildenhall, England. The Battle of the Badges is hosted annually and rotates between RAF Mildenhall and RAF Lakenheath. Instead of declaring winners, the event is designed to build camaraderie among first responders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Lee)

    Battle of the Badges pits security forces, firefighters in friendly competition

    The Battle of the Badges is hosted annually and rotates between RAF Mildenhall and RAF Lakenheath.
  • U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Christian Bennet, 352nd Special Operations Wing NCO in charge of personnel programs, cuts reeds in the River Lark Oct. 2, 2017, at Middlefield Manor in Barton Mills, England. Members from the RAF Mildenhall Team 5/6 worked with the residents at Middlefield Manor, providing assistance with any yard work they may need help with. Middlefield Manor is a care home for residents who are autistic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christine Groening)

    Team Mildenhall volunteers at National Autistic Society

    U.S. Air Force Team Mildenhall Airmen volunteered at Middlefield Manor in Barton Mills, England, Oct. 2, 2017.
  • A B-52 Stratofortress from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker from RAF Mildenhall, England, above the Mediterranean Sea, Sept. 27, 2017. The B-52 is a long-range, heavy bomber that can perform a variety of missions. During this flight, the KC-135 offloaded 55,000 pounds of fuel to the B-52. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tenley Long)

    Team Mildenhall supports B-52 deployment

    A formation of KC-135 Stratotankers, assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing, refueled a B-52 Stratofortress from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Sept. 27, 2017, over the Mediterranean Sea.  
  • U.S. Air Force Col. David Lenderman, 100th Air Refueling Wing vice commander, shares stories from his military career, Sept. 26, 2017, at the Meaning and Purpose Symposium hosted at the Square-D Center for Character and Culture on RAF Mildenhall, England. The forum emphasized the value of self-worth and resiliency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justine Rho)

    Meaning, Purpose Symposium: learning the value of self-worth

    Airmen of all ranks, from agencies across the base, attended the first Meaning and Purpose Symposium Sept. 26, 2017, hosted by the RAF Mildenhall Square-D Center for Character and Culture.
  • U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joshua Lykans, 100th Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technology apprentice, shows off his medal from the 2017 Air Force Marathon held Sept. 16, 2017, at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Lykans placed fourth in the military category, and fifth overall, with a time of 2:43:44. It was his first marathon. (Courtesy photo)

    From maintenance to marathons: 100th MXS Airman places 4th in Air Force race

    Running a marathon is a pretty big achievement. Taking part in the Air Force Marathon – in celebration of the 70th birthday of the U.S. Air Force – makes it even more special, but placing fourth in the military category and fifth overall out of 410 runners is the icing on the (birthday) cake. Airman 1st Class Joshua Lykans, 100th Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technology apprentice, arrived at RAF Mildenhall in 2016. Just 20 years old, his participation in the Air Force Marathon Sept. 16, 2017, at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, was a new experience.
  • U.S. Air Force Col. Christopher Amrhein, 100th Air Refueling Wing commander, volunteer Iris Weimer, volunteerand Neil Draper, perform the cake cutting ceremony for the 36th Annual Joan Mann Special Sports Day, Sept. 23, 2017, on RAF Mildenhall, England. The event opened with the lighting of the Olympic torch and the “Parade of Athletes,” followed by the sporting events, and concluded with medal presentations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christine Groening)

    RAF Mildenhall hosts 36th Annual Joan Mann Specials Sports Day

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