F-22s forward deploy to Powidz AB

POWIDZ AIR BASE, POLAND

10.17.2017

Story by Tech. Sgt. Roidan Carlson  

U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa   

Two F-22 Raptors, a KC-135 Statotanker and approximately ten supporting Airmen arrived at Powidz Air Base, Poland, today from RAF Lakenheath and RAF Mildenhall, U.K., to conduct local air training.

The aircraft arrived in Europe on Oct. 8, and are comprised of Airmen, aircraft and equipment from the 27th Fighter Squadron and 94th Fighter Squadron, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia. The KC-135 is from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, U.K., and is providing refueling support for the deployment to Poland.

This flying training deployment is fully funded by the European Deterrence Initiative (EDI) and demonstrates our steadfast commitment to NATO Allies and deters any actions that destabilizes regional security.

For more information, contact U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa Public Affairs at [phone] or via e-mail at: [e-mail]. If after duty hours, please call [phone] or send an e-mail to: [e-mail].

• Date Taken: 10.17.2017
• Date Posted: 10.17.2017 06:35
• Story ID: 251914
• Location: POWIDZ AIR BASE, PL