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A clear view of the flightline can be seen from an overlook at Lajes Field, Portugal, Oct. 18, 2022. Out of all the bases in USAFE, Lajes has the largest ramp size compared to any other base in Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Jacoby)

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Large fuel tanks, capable of holding 38 million gallons of fuel, can be seen at Lajes Field, Portugal, Oct. 18, 2022. Due to the location of Lajes Field, the base is a mission critical refueling point for aircraft crossing the mid-Atlantic Gap. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Jacoby)

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A fuel filtration system prepares fuel for the storage tanks at Lajes Field, Portugal, Oct. 18, 2022. U.S. Air Force Airmen are responsible for offloading, processing, and storing fuel in the tanks, which are capable of holding 38 million gallons of fuel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Jacoby)

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Portuguese local nationals work to repair vehicle parts at Lajes Field, Portugal, Oct. 18, 2022. The 65th Logistics Readiness Squadron is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the U.S. Air Force government vehicles used on base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Jacoby)

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Lajes Field: A strategic force

Published Nov. 2, 2022
By A1C Lauren Jacoby

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany -- A clear view of the flightline can be seen from an overlook at Lajes Field, Portugal, Oct. 18, 2022. Out of all the bases in USAFE, Lajes has the largest ramp size compared to any other base in Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Jacoby)

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