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  • Joint Memorial service honors Lancaster crash victims

    U.S., UK and Canadian military personnel, along with local community members honored the brave multinational crew of the 101st Squadron Lancaster DV290 that crashed at RAF Welford March 31st, 1944. 81 years have passed since their tragic loss while returning from a WWII mission over Nuremberg,

  • 501st CSW Senior Master Sergeant Release party

    Pathfinders celebrate the selection of newly promoted Senior Master Sergeants during a release party at RAF Croughton, England, March 20, 2024. The event recognizes the achievements of Air Force personnel advancing to the senior enlisted ranks.

  • RAF Alconbury all-call

    at RAF Alconbury, England, March 20th, 2025. Pathfinders gathered for an all-call at RAF Alconbury, England, March 20th, 2025. Leadership provided updates on mission priorities, readiness, and wing initiatives. Col. D. Landon Phillips, 501st Combat Support Wing commander, answered questions

  • 501st Combat Support Wing fuels BTF 25-2 success

    For the 501st Combat Support Wing, supporting Bomber Task Force deployments is more than just providing a location for bomber operations – the wing creates an integrated, mission-ready environment that allows deployed aircrews and aircraft to launch into action upon arrival.The mission

  • Pathfinders boost preparedness with Ready Airman Training

    Ready Airman Training (RAT) took place at RAF Alconbury, England, March 7, 2025. Subject matter experts provided instruction on small arms handling, Tactical Combat Casualty Care, information environment awareness (IEA), explosive ordnance hazard identification, and CBRN exercises. RAT prepares

  • 501st CSW annual awards ceremony 2025

    The 501st Combat Support Wing Annual Awards Ceremony took place at the Whittlebury Park Hotel, England, Feb. 28, 2025. The ceremony brought together Pathfinders to honor outstanding achievements across civilian, enlisted, and officer categories. With inspiring performances, heartfelt toasts, and

  • Next 501st CSW Comptroller Squadron stand-up ceremony

    U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Brian Erickson, 501st Combat Support Wing Comptroller Squadron commander accepted command from Col. D. Landon Phillips, 501st Combat Support Wing commander during the 501st CSW Comptroller Squadron stand-up ceremony on RAF Croughton, England, Feb. 21st, 2025. The ceremony

  • 501st CSW hosts USSTRATCOM commander during BTF 25-2

    U.S. Air Force Gen. Anthony J. Cotton, U.S. Strategic Command commander, visited the 501st Combat Support Wing (CSW) for an immersion tour on RAF Fairford, England, Feb. 17, 2025. During his visit Gen. Cotton spoke with and recognized members of the 501st CSW and 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron as

  • 501st Combat Support Wing hosts BTF 25-2 at RAF Fairford

    U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress strategic bombers from Minot Air Force Base have arrived at RAF Fairford as part of a routine Bomber Task Force-Europe deployment, underscoring the U.S.’ shared commitment to regional security and NATO’s collective defense. As USAFE's only bomber-forward operating

  • 501st CSW British school information fair

    A British school information fair was hosted on RAF Croughton, England, Feb. 4th, 2025. The school liaison office hosted 16 schools and 26 school representatives to serve over 230 children on RAF Croughton who are registered in private schools from the Department of Defense.