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"In Flight Refueling: A Lifeline in the Skies" A B-1B Lancer stands by as another Lancer connects with a KC-135 Stratotanker

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A U. S. Air Force E-3 Sentry aircraft over Afghanistan

A U. S. Air Force E-3 Sentry aircraft over Afghanistan
November 25, 2010 - A U.S. Air Force E-3 Sentry aircraft returns to its mission after receiving fuel from a KC-10 Extender while flying over Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A KC-135 Stratotanker refuels an Air Force Thunderbird

A KC-135 Stratotanker refuels an Air Force Thunderbird
Over South Carolina - A Tennessee Air National Guard KC-135 Stratotanker refuels an Air Force Thunderbird

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An Italian AMX approaches a KC-10A Extender to refuel over Afghanistan

An Italian AMX approaches a KC-10A Extender to refuel over Afghanistan
December 7, 2009 - An Italian AMX approaches a KC-10A Extender to refuel over Afghanistan

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: Italian Air Force EF2000 during an in-flight refuelling with a French C-135FR tanker

Italian Air Force EF2000 during an in-flight refuelling with a French C-135FR tanker
Italian Air Force Eurofighter EF2000 Typhoon during an in-flight refuelling with a French C-135FR tanker

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An F / A-18C Hornet receives fuel from the drogue of a KC-10 Extender

An F / A-18C Hornet receives fuel from the drogue of a KC-10 Extender
June 17, 2009 - A U.S. Navy F/A-18C Hornet receives fuel from the aerial refueling drogue of an Air Force KC-10 Extender aircraft during combat operations over Afghanistan

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A New York Air National Guard F-16 Fighting Falcon

A New York Air National Guard F-16 Fighting Falcon
October 17, 2006 - A New York Air National Guard F-16 Fighting Falcon peels off after receiving fuel from a KC-10 Extender over Southwest Asia

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A KC-135 Stratotanker refuels an F-15E Strike Eagle

A KC-135 Stratotanker refuels an F-15E Strike Eagle
July 30, 2011 - A KC-135 Stratotanker refuels an F-15E Strike Eagle

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An F-15 Eagle pulls into position behind a KC-135 Stratotanker

An F-15 Eagle pulls into position behind a KC-135 Stratotanker
An F-15 Eagle pulls into pre-contact position behind a KC-135 Stratotanker during a training mission

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A U. S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt is refueled over Afghanistan

A U. S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt is refueled over Afghanistan
August 2, 2012 - A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt is refueled over Afghanistan during overseas contingency operations

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A B-52H Stratofortress refuels with a KC-135R Stratotanker

A B-52H Stratofortress refuels with a KC-135R Stratotanker of the Mississippi Air National Guard during a training sortie over Louisiana

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A B-2 Spirit takes on fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker

A B-2 Spirit takes on fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker
March 27, 2003 - A B-2 Spirit, returning from a mission supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom, takes on fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Indian Ocean

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An RC-135 Rivet Joint Reconnaissance aircraft receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker

An RC-135 Rivet Joint Reconnaissance aircraft receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker
March 14, 2006 - An RC-135 Rivet Joint Reconnaissance aircraft moves into position behind a KC-135T/R Stratotanker for an aerial refueling over Southwest Asia

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: Pilot gives a thumbs up after successfully refueling his F-16 Fighting Falcon

Pilot gives a thumbs up after successfully refueling his F-16 Fighting Falcon
October 17, 2006 - Pilot gives a thumbs up after successfully refueling his F-16 Fighting Falcon from a KC-10 Extender over Southwest Asia

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A pilot onboard a U. S. F-15E Strike Eagle takes a photo while getting refueled by

A pilot onboard a U. S. F-15E Strike Eagle takes a photo while getting refueled by
April 30, 2010 - A pilot onboard a U.S. F-15E Strike Eagle takes a photo while getting refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker over the skies of Afghanistan

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A KC-10 Extender prepares to refuel a C-5 Galaxy

A KC-10 Extender prepares to refuel a C-5 Galaxy
July 23, 2007 - A KC-10 Extender flown by a blended crew from McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey, prepares to refuel a C-5 Galaxy

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An Italian Air Force Tornado IDS conducts in-flight refueling

An Italian Air Force Tornado IDS conducts in-flight refueling
April 8, 2011 - An Italian Air Force Panavia Tornado IDS armed with AGM-88 HARM missiles shortly before entering Libyan airspace for a suppression of enemy air defenses mission in support of

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft refuels a B-52 Stratofortress aircraft over the Pacific

A KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft refuels a B-52 Stratofortress aircraft over the Pacific
July 10, 2010 - A KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft refuels a B-52 Stratofortress aircraft over the Pacific Ocean during a sortie in support of Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2010

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A F-15 Eagle receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker

A F-15 Eagle receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker
March 26, 2007 - A F-15 Eagle receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Pacific Alaska Range Complex

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An F-16 Aggressor sits in contact position while a KC-10 Extender off-loads fuel

An F-16 Aggressor sits in contact position while a KC-10 Extender off-loads fuel
April 22, 2009 - An F-16 Aggressor sits in contact position at 27, 000 feet while a KC-10 Extender off-loads fuel during RED FLAG-Alaska 09-2, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A KC-135 Stratotanker provides in-flight refueling to an F-15 Eagle

A KC-135 Stratotanker provides in-flight refueling to an F-15 Eagle
July 16, 2007 - A KC-135 Stratotanker provides in-flight refueling to an F-15 Eagle over the Pacific Alaska Range Complex during Red Flag-Alaska

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A Royal Moroccan Air Force KC-130 refueling aircraft

A Royal Moroccan Air Force KC-130 refueling aircraft at the Marrakech Air Show in Morocco

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: The refueling boom from a KC-135 Stratotanker arches over an F-15 Eagle as it refuels

The refueling boom from a KC-135 Stratotanker arches over an F-15 Eagle as it refuels
September 22, 2008 - The refueling boom from a KC-135 Stratotanker arches over an F-15 Eagle as it refuels the aircraft over eastern Florida

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: Two F / A-22 Raptor aircraft prepare for refueling

Two F / A-22 Raptor aircraft prepare for refueling
Two F/A-22 Raptor aircraft line up behind a KC-10 Extender to refuel while en route to Hill Air Force Base, Utah

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An F-16 Fighting Falcon receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker

An F-16 Fighting Falcon receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker
May 8, 2011 - An F-16 Fighting Falcon receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker over the skies of Afghanistan while supporting Operation Enduring Freedom

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: Brazilian Air Force F-5EM fighter during in-flight refuelling

Brazilian Air Force F-5EM fighter during in-flight refuelling over the Atlantic Ocean

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A Dutch F-16AM conducts in-flight refueling

A Dutch F-16AM conducts in-flight refueling
April 8, 2011 - A Dutch F-16AM armed with AIM-120 AMRaM and AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles refuels during a combat air patrol sortie in support of Operation Unified Protector over the Mediterranean Sea

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An F-16 Fighting Falcon receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker

An F-16 Fighting Falcon receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker
Southwestern, U.S. - An F-16 Fighting Falcon receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker. The F-16 is en route to Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, to take part in Green Flag East

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A B-52 Stratofortress moves into position to receive fuel

A B-52 Stratofortress moves into position to receive fuel
January 9, 2009 - A B-52 Stratofortress moves into position to receive fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Pacific Ocean during an exercise

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An A-10 Thunderbolt II receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker

An A-10 Thunderbolt II receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker
May 8, 2011 - An A-10 Thunderbolt II receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker over the skies of Afghanistan while supporting Operation Enduring Freedom

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A B-2 Spirit approaches the refueling boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker

A B-2 Spirit approaches the refueling boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker
May 12, 2009 - A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit aircraft approaches the refueling boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker during an aerial refueling mission over the western Pacific Ocean

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: Two HH-60 Pave Hawks refuel over the desert surrounding Davis-Monthan Air Force Base

Two HH-60 Pave Hawks refuel over the desert surrounding Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
April 15, 2010 - Two HH-60 Pave Hawks refuel over the desert surrounding Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, during Angel Thunder 2010

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A U. S. Air Force F-15 Eagle flies toward the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker

A U. S. Air Force F-15 Eagle flies toward the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker
October 29, 2009 - A U.S. Air Force F-15 Eagle aircraft flies toward the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft over the Nevada Test and Training Range, north of Las Vegas, during Red Flag 10-1

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: U. S. Navy F-14A Tomcat aerial refueling from a KC-130 Hercules

U. S. Navy F-14A Tomcat aerial refueling from a KC-130 Hercules
U.S. Navy F-14A Tomcat aerial refueling from a U.S. Marine Corps KC-130 Hercules

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An Italian AMX disconnects from a KC-10A Extender after refueling over Afghanistan

An Italian AMX disconnects from a KC-10A Extender after refueling over Afghanistan
December 7, 2009 - An Italian AMX disconnects from a KC-10A Extender after refueling over Afghanistan

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An HH-60G Pave Hawk prepares for aerial refueling from an HC-130

An HH-60G Pave Hawk prepares for aerial refueling from an HC-130
An HH-60G Pave Hawk from the 512th RQS prepares to conduct aerial refueling from an HC-130 during a training mission out of Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A Swedish Air Force C-130E Hercules with two Czech Air Force Gripens in tow

A Swedish Air Force C-130E Hercules with two Czech Air Force Gripens in tow
A Swedish Air Force C-130E Hercules tanker aircraft with two Czech Air Force Gripens in tow

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An F-22A Raptor refuels with a KC-135 Stratotanker

An F-22A Raptor refuels with a KC-135 Stratotanker
Over the United States, January 21, 2006 - An F-22A Raptor refuels with a KC-135 Stratotanker during the Raptors first operational mission. The mission was flown in support of Operation Noble Eagle

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An F-15 E Strike Eagle receives fuel from a KC-10 Extender

An F-15 E Strike Eagle receives fuel from a KC-10 Extender during a mission over Iraq

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: n F-15E Strike Eagle receives fuel from a KC-10 Extender

n F-15E Strike Eagle receives fuel from a KC-10 Extender
July 18, 2006 - An F-15E Strike Eagle receives fuel from a KC-10 Extender over Baghdad, Iraq

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A C-17 Globemaster III receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker

A C-17 Globemaster III receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker
June 18, 2007 - A C-17 Globemaster III receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker during aerial refueling

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An F / A-18C Hornet receives fuel over Afghanistan

An F / A-18C Hornet receives fuel over Afghanistan
February 26, 2012 - A U.S. Navy F/A-18C Hornet receives fuel over Afghanistan from a KC-10 Extender

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An F-15E Strike Eagle receives fuel from a KC-135R Stratotanker

An F-15E Strike Eagle receives fuel from a KC-135R Stratotanker
August 30, 2013 - An F-15E Strike Eagle receives fuel from a KC-135R Stratotanker during a mission over the Persian Gulf

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An F-16 Fighting Falcon prepares for aerial refueling

An F-16 Fighting Falcon prepares for aerial refueling
February 7, 2013 - An F-16 Fighting Falcon prepares for aerial refueling during Exercise Razor Talon at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A F-15 Eagle refuels behind a KC-135 Stratotanker

A F-15 Eagle refuels behind a KC-135 Stratotanker
March 26, 2007 - A F-15 Eagle refuels behind a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Pacific Alaska Range Complex

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: A KC-135 Stratotanker refuels a B-2 Spirit over the Pacific Ocean

A KC-135 Stratotanker refuels a B-2 Spirit over the Pacific Ocean
November 20, 2007 - A KC-135 Stratotanker refuels a B-2 Spirit over the Pacific Ocean

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: Two F-15 Eagles conduct aerial refueling with a KC-135 Stratotanker

Two F-15 Eagles conduct aerial refueling with a KC-135 Stratotanker
Two F-15 Eagles from the 173rd Fighter Wing conduct air to air refueling training with a KC-135 Stratotanker

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An F-15C Eagle aircraft sits behind a KC-135R Stratostanker

An F-15C Eagle aircraft sits behind a KC-135R Stratostanker
July 19, 2007 - An F-15C Eagle aircraft sits behind a KC-135R Stratostanker while flying over the Pacific Alaskan Range Complex during the training exercise Red Flag-Alaska

Background imageIn Flight Refueling Collection: An F-16 flies in the pre-contact position behind a KC-135R Stratotanker

An F-16 flies in the pre-contact position behind a KC-135R Stratotanker
An F-16 flies in the pre-contact position behind a KC-135R from the Arizona Air National Guard



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"In Flight Refueling: A Lifeline in the Skies" A B-1B Lancer stands by as another Lancer connects with a KC-135 Stratotanker, showcasing the seamless coordination and precision required for in-flight refueling. Off the coast of Greenland, a CV-22B Osprey receives fuel mid-air, highlighting the global reach and versatility of aerial refueling operations. Members of the 129th Rescue Wing California Air National Guard demonstrate their expertise as they engage in an in-flight refueling mission, ensuring readiness for critical search and rescue missions. An MC-130P Combat Shadow prepares to refuel two HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopters, exemplifying the vital role that air-to-air refueling plays in extending operational range during combat scenarios. In a remarkable display of teamwork, an MC-130W conducts an in-flight refueling for two MH-53J Pave Low III helicopters, underscoring the importance of collaboration between different aircraft platforms. Strengthening international partnerships, a Chilean Air Force F-16 gracefully refuels from a U. S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker – symbolizing cooperation and shared commitment to global security. The sky becomes a stage for strategic capabilities as a B-2 Spirit bomber conducts a flawless mid-air rendezvous with a KC-10 Extender tanker aircraft – demonstrating long-range strike capabilities made possible through aerial refueling. Over Afghanistan's vast terrain, an A/V-B Harrier receives fuel from above courtesy of a KC-10 Extender – illustrating how this capability enhances mission endurance even in remote locations. Amidst challenging conditions over Iraq's airspace, watch as a KC-135 Stratotanker expertly provides much-needed fuel to an F16-CJ Fighting Falcon – enabling extended flight time on critical missions against hostile forces.