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Boeing KC-135E Stratotanker 58-0040
United States Air Force - Boeing KC-135E Stratotanker 58-0040 (msn 17785), at RAF Mildenhall circa February 1999. (KC-135E - re-engined with JT3D / TF33-PW-102 engines salvaged from retired civilian airliners) Date: 1999
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1999 Airliners Boeing Civilian Engines Kc 135e Mildenhall Re Engined Retired Salvaged Stratotanker
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This photograph showcases the United States Air Force's Boeing KC-135E Stratotanker, specifically aircraft number 58-0040 (MSN 17785), as it gracefully rests on the tarmac at RAF Mildenhall around February 1999. The KC-135E is a military aerial refueling tanker, an essential component of the Air Force's strategic airlift and air-to-air refueling capabilities. This particular KC-135E underwent a significant modification, having been re-engined with JT3D-3B/JT3D-7B and TF33-PW-102A engines salvaged from retired civilian airliners. The JT3D engines were derived from the Pratt & Whitney JT3D series, which powered numerous commercial aircraft during the mid-20th century. The TF33 engines were initially designed for the Boeing C-141 Starlifter military transport aircraft. The integration of these salvaged engines into the KC-135E fleet represented a cost-effective solution to extend the service life of these valuable aircraft, ensuring their continued contribution to the United States Air Force's mission. The intricate process of retrofitting these engines required a high level of technical expertise and precision, making this modification a remarkable feat of aviation engineering. The KC-135E's sleek design and distinctive markings are on full display in this image, as it sits proudly at RAF Mildenhall, a testament to the enduring legacy of American aviation technology and innovation.
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