The British PA Media agency reported that the incidents occurred between 20 and 22 November, during which “Drones Small above the bases of Lakenheath and Mildenhall in Suffolk, and Feltwell in Norfolk, which follow British Royal Air Force.
And he said US Air Forcewhich uses these rules, said it is unclear at this point whether the marches represent a hostile threat or not.
The US Air Force also refused to comment on whether defensive mechanisms had been used, but indicated that it reserves the “right to protect” the facilities.
The spokesman said US Air Force In Europe: “We can confirm that small unmanned aerial systems were detected in the vicinity over Reef Lakenheath, Mildenhall and Feltwell bases between 20 and 22 November,” according to the Associated Press.
He added that Drones They varied in number, size and shape.
He explained, “The drones were actively monitored and the facility’s leaders determined that none of the incursions affected the residents of the base or its vital infrastructure,” according to what was reported by the British newspaper The Guardian.
“To protect operational security, we do not discuss our specific force protection measures but reserve the right to protect the facility. We continue to monitor our airspace and work with host nation authorities and mission partners to ensure the safety of base personnel, facilities and assets,” he said.
A spokesman said British Ministry of Defence: “We take threats seriously and maintain strong measures in defense positions. This includes anti-drone security capabilities.”
He added, “We will not comment further on security measures.”
