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Friday, July 14, 2006

Lakenheath Tests Small-Diameter Bombs

Four F-15E Strike Eagles, each loaded with the newest small-diameter bombs in the Air Force inventory, known as guided bomb units, launched the first operational training mission with the munitions July 10.

The 494th Fighter Squadron aircrews tested the capability of the GBU-39 and trained with aircraft modifications that assist the munitions to reach their full potential.

The aircrew found the weapon was "exactly as advertised."

"We are very happy with the results of the training mission. It's a testament to the increased precision and lethality that the 48th Fighter Wing will bring to the fight," said Brig. Gen. Robert P. Steel, 48th FW commander.

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