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  • Pathfinder recognized after 71 years of dedicated service

    In the 501st Combat Support Wing, you can find Pathfinders with many different periods of service to their country. It might be ten years, or maybe three months, but one man’s service has lasted 71 years. Simon Martin first enlisted in 1951, served honorably for 23 years and decided to squeeze in

  • 501st Combat Support Wing activates new Force Support Squadron

    Airmen, base leadership and British guests gathered to celebrate a pivotal moment in the history of RAF Croughton as the 501st Combat Support Wing (CSW) deactivated the 422nd Air Base Squadron (ABS) and activated the 422nd Force Support Squadron (FSS) during a ceremony held Nov. 20, 2024, at RAF

  • 20th EBS & 420th MUNS team up for BTF 25-1

    Pathfinders from the 420th Munitions Squadron and deployed Airmen from the 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron worked together to prepare, build and transport munitions during Bomber Task Force 25-1 at RAF Fairford, England, Nov. 14, 2024. These dedicated professionals provide a key component of the

  • Pathfinders kick off BTF 25-1

    A cargo movement in support of Bomber Task Force 25-1 arrived at RAF Fairford. The arrival marks the first cargo movement in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 25-1. Agile logistics and mobility activities, as showcased in operations and exercises, directly strengthen our ability to support our

  • 501st Combat Support Wing hosts BTF 25-1 at RAF Fairford

    The 501st Combat Support Wing welcomed four U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortresses assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, for Bomber Task Force 25-1, on RAF Fairford, England, Nov. 5, 2024. "This Bomber Task Force mission exemplifies our unwavering commitment to our

  • Air Force Director of Security Forces recognizes 501st CSW Defenders

    U.S. Air Force Col. Brian A. Filler, director of Security Forces, deputy chief of staff for Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection, and his team recently visited RAF Fairford and RAF Croughton, England, Oct. 2, 2024. The visit included security operations discussions and recognizing some

  • Pathfinders celebrate U.S. Air Force's 77th birthday with Air Force ball

    Pathfinders celebrated the U.S. Air Force's 77th birthday with the 501st Combat Support Wing Air Force Ball at RAF Fairford, England, Sep. 13, 2024. The Air Force ball is an annual event hosted at bases worldwide, providing an opportunity for service members and their guests to gather, celebrate and

  • Civic leaders visit RAF Fairford

    Civic leaders were invited to gain insight into the 501st Combat Support Wing mission at RAF Fairford, England, Sept. 13, 2024. During an immersion tour they interacted with leadership, toured a Lockheed U-2, ate at the dining facility and learned about Fairford’s heritage. Civic leaders help bridge

  • RAF Fairford 80th Anniversary Heritage Day

    RAF Fairford celebrated its 80th Anniversary with a Heritage Day at RAF Fairford, England, Sep. 13, 2024. To commemorate the historic milestone RAF Fairford opened its gates and invited service-members, civic leaders, local schools and organizations to tour vintage aircraft, vehicles, and historical