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RAF Lakenheath

Asked by Ben Obese-JectyConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 27 November 2025UIN 93229

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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to page 34 of the Ministry of Defence Annual Report and Accounts 2024-25, by when the two USAF F-35 squadrons at RAF Lakenheath will reach full operating capacity.

Answered by Al Carns

The two US Air Force F-35 squadrons stationed at RAF Lakenheath have reached full operating capacity, which was achieved in Autumn 2025.

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