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  • Pathfinders support BTF 25-1

    Pathfinders in-process, brief and guide Airman deployed in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 25-1 at RAF Fairford, England, Nov. 6, 2024. While deployed, the unit will operate as the 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron and will integrate with NATO Allies and other international partners to

  • 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

  • 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

  • Pathfinders support U.S. RQ-4B Global Hawk

    The 501st Combat Support Wing recently facilitated the temporary deployment of an RQ-4B Global Hawk to RAF Fairford, England. This deployment is part of U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa’s strategy to diversify operating locations and strengthen integration with NATO allies.

  • Women's Equality Day Panel at RAF Fairford

    501st Combat Support Wing personnel attend a Women's Equality Day panel held at RAF Fairford, England, Aug. 26th, 2024 to listen, discuss and learn from female leaders across the wing. Women’s Equality day is celebrated to commemorate the 19th amendment which granted American women the right to

  • RAF Fairford hosts Royal International Air Tattoo 2024

    The annual Royal International Air Tattoo is the world’s largest international airshow, held July 19-21, 2024, at RAF Fairford, England with support of the 501st Combat Support Wing. This year RIAT commemorated the 75th anniversary of NATO and the 50th anniversary of the F-16 Fighting Falcon. U.S.