REQ Spotting in the UK (Mildenhall & Lakenheath)

[Paveway]

Hi,

With the upcoming RIAT, we are also planning to visit some other airbases in the UK and especially Mildenhall and Lakenheath.
Can anyone give some information/advise about the spotting possibilities in the UK and in particular at these airbases?
Are there any strict security policies nearby these bases and are spotters allowed?
What about photographing and scanner usage?

Thanks for any info!

Greetings,
Richard

[nilsko]

Hi,

With the upcoming RIAT, we are also planning to visit some other airbases in the UK and especially Mildenhall and Lakenheath.
Can anyone give some information/advise about the spotting possibilities in the UK and in particular at these airbases?

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Are there any strict security policies nearby these bases and are spotters allowed?

No strict policies (as in: it is allowed / accepted), Lakenheath even has a dedicated spotterscorner (backlit conditions most of the day though but viewing is OK..) and spotters are allowed. The USAF police did note my license plate though from within the fence but overall they are used to people along their fence. Just give them a wave!

What about photographing and scanner usage?

No problem

[Whitecat]

check this site for spotting at Lakenheath.
This one can also be used if you want to visit some ather RAF bases.
Have fun!!

[Paveway]

Thanks for the info!

I know (from experience) that US airbase security is not always happy with spotters...
Did anyone encounter problems while spotting/photographing at Lakenheath & Mildenhall?

Thanks in advance!

Greetings

[Melchior Timmers]

Never had any problems at any of the two, also never heard of someone else having problems. For the right spots to go too, you should have a look at our airfield guide section.

Cheers,

[nhoogenboom]

Hi,
Ofcourse you can also take a look at our great airfield guides . Both Mildenhall and Lakenheath are described there.

Gr.Niels

[Paveway]

Hi,
Ofcourse you can also take a look at our great airfield guides . Both Mildenhall and Lakenheath are described there.

Gr.Niels

Yes, I have been looking at the airfield guides.
I am also subscribed to the Scramble magazine so that means member access!
The airfield guides are very informative and explain the spotter possibilities very clear, well done!

Greetings Richard