48th Fighter Wing
The 48th Fighter Wing (48 FW) is part of the United States Air Force's Third Air Force, assigned to Headquarters Air Command Europe and United States Air Forces in Europe (USAFE). It is based at RAF Lakenheath, England. The 48 FW is the only F-15 wing based in Europe which hosts two F-15E Strike Eagle squadrons. The wing also hosts two F-35A Lightning II squadrons. The 48 FW was given the name "Statue of Liberty Wing" on 4 July 1954 and remains the only U.S. Air Force unit with both a name and a numerical designation.
| 48th Fighter Wing "Statue of Liberty Wing" | |
|---|---|
48th Fighter Wing Emblem | |
| Active | 10 July 1952–present |
| Country | United States |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Air Force |
| Role | Fighter |
| Size | Wing |
| Part of | United States Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa |
| Garrison/HQ | RAF Lakenheath |
| Nickname(s) | Statue of Liberty Wing |
| Engagements | 1991 Gulf War (Defense of Saudi Arabia; Liberation of Kuwait) Kosovo Air Campaign |
| Decorations | Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Combat "V" Device Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (19x) |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Brigadier General Joseph L. Campo |
| Vice Commander | Colonel Paul Townsend |
| Command Chief | Chief Master Sergeant Gene B. Jameson III |
The 48 FW operates in support of United States Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa, United States European Command and NATO.
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