US orders closure of its airports for "security reasons" after drones detected at a UK base
The US Air Force responded to "possible unauthorized drone activity" over RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk, England, where personnel were told to shelter in place. No people were affected and no aircraft or infrastructure were damaged, according to a spokesperson. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ordered all flights suspended due to "extraordinary circumstances", after reporting problems with air traffic control communications. Local MP Nick Timothy said the incident has been resolved and that there is no threat to the public.
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- The USAF responded to possible unauthorized drone activity over RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk, England.
- Base personnel were told to shelter in place; there were no injuries or damage to aircraft or infrastructure.
- The FAA ordered all flights suspended due to "extraordinary circumstances" after air traffic control communications problems.
IASummary generated by artificial intelligence from a story by Clarin.com. It may contain errors: the original source prevails.



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