Multiple sightings of drones have been reported over multiple U.S. military bases in the U.K. and nobody seems to know who is behind the unmanned flights.
Small drones have been spotted in and around Royal Air Force Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall, RAF Feltwell and RAF Fairford since November 20, the U.S. Air Forces in Europe said in a press release. Although the bases have RAF names, they all have significant U.S. military presence.
These bases span across Suffolk (RAF Lakenheath and RAF Mildenhall) and Norfolk (RAF Feltwell) in the east of England, and Gloucestershire (RAF Fairford) in the west.
“The number of systems has fluctuated, and they have ranged in sizes and configurations. Our units continue to monitor the airspace and are working with host-nation authorities and mission partners to ensure the safety of base personnel, facilities and assets,” the U.S. Air Force said.
“To safeguard operational security, we do not discuss specific force protection measures, however, we retain the right to …