Aerial Refueling Operations

Dynamic aerial views of various military fighter jets being refueled mid-flight by tanker aircraft, showcasing aviation technology and teamwork.

High angle view of two fighter planes in flight, KC-10 Extender, F-15E Strike Eagle, US Air Force

040122-F-7709A-016. Country: Gulf Of Mexico Scene Major Command Shown: ACC

Aircraft from the 23rd Wing conducted a surge exercise May 22, 2017, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. The exercise was conducted in order to demonstrate the wing's ability to rapidly deploy combat ready forces across the globe. The 23rd Wing maintains and operates A-10C Thunderbolt IIs, HH-60G Pave Hawks, and HC-130J Combat King II aircraft for precision attack, personnel recovery and combat support worldwide.

040422-F-7823A-011. Country: Iraq (IRQ)

An F-16C Fighting Falcon aircraft from 389th Fighter Squadron, Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho that just landed at Azaraq Air Base, Jordan is being "quick turned" by aircraft maintenance personnel and prepared for take-off and another mission. The plane will be participating in the Air Power Expeditionary Force. An ancillary mission of the Force is to assist US Air Force and other multinational forces operating in Saudi Arabia and other nearby countries patrol the no-fly zone over southern Iraq. Subject Operation/Series: AIR POWER EXPEDITIONARY FORCE Base: Azraq Air Base Country: Jordan (JOR)

A Fighter Squadron 24 (VF-24) F-14A Tomcat is launched from the aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV-63) as crash crew members in damage control vehicles stand by. Country: Unknown

A refueling drogue from a KC-10A Extender aircraft stationed at McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey, tops off a Blue Angels F/A-18 Hornet aircraft. The Blue Angels, the Navy's premier demonstration team, performed for 325,000 people at the Lakehurst Naval Air Engineering Station, NJ, Airshow on June 2-3, 2001. The McGuire AFB KC-10A refueled the Blue Angels as they returned to their home base at Pensacola, Florida. Country: United States Of America (USA)

A Hellenic Air Force F-16 flies in formation with a U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Sqaudron over Greece, March 22, 2023. Bomber Task Force missions enable crews to maintain a high state of readiness proficiency, and validate our always-ready, global strike capability.

U.S. Navy Blue Angels F-18 Hornets

Vietnam: November 22, 1965 A Navy Crusader jet from the USS Midway aircraft carrier fires a Zuni rocket at a Viet Cong target in South Vietnam.

DF-ST-85-12520. Base: Palmdale State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A view of a reflective laser device attached to the wing pylon of an F-4 Phantom II aircraft. The device is part of the Air Combat Maneuvering Instrumentation system (ACMI) that transmits signals to radar sites located on small islands in the area. The signals are then relayed to ACMI trailers. Base: Osan Air Base Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR)

A KC-135R Stratotanker from the 155th Air Refueling Wing, Nebraska National Guard, refuels a German Tornado, Sept. 9, 2022, during Ample Strike Exercise. Ample Strike allows the Czech Republic, U.S., Allies and partner forces to maximize interoperability, combat effectiveness and survival awareness while operating in a dynamic and simulated high threat environment through operational and tactical training. Successful partnering activities like this result in progressive relationships and enhanced interoperability and lead to tangible, mutual benefits that improve regional security, access and coalition operations during peacetime, contingencies and crises.

A KC-135R Stratotanker from the 155th Air Refueling Wing, Nebraska National Guard, refuels a German Tornado, Sept. 9, 2022, during Ample Strike Exercise. Ample Strike allows the Czech Republic, U.S., Allies and partner forces to maximize interoperability, combat effectiveness and survival awareness while operating in a dynamic and simulated high threat environment through operational and tactical training. Successful partnering activities like this result in progressive relationships and enhanced interoperability and lead to tangible, mutual benefits that improve regional security, access and coalition operations during peacetime, contingencies and crises.

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Spencer Balcom, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, refuels a U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 242, over the Indo-Pacific theater, Sept. 28, 2022. Aerial refueling capabilities extend airborne training time and combat radius, ensuring U.S. and allied nation aircraft are postured to maintain regional peace and stability within the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility.

A front view of a B-1 bomber aircraft as members of the 6515th Test Support Squadron prepare it for its first flight since April, 1981. Base: Edwards Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

An Italian AMX is refueled by a KC-10A Extender over Afghanistan.

GULF OF ALASKA (May 3, 2021) A U.S. Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet refuels with a U.S. Air Force KC-10 Extender over the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex, May 3, 2021, in support of Northern Edge 2021. Approximately 15,000 U.S. service members are participating in a joint training exercise hosted by U.S. Pacific Air Forces May 3-14, 2021, on and above the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex, the Gulf of Alaska, and temporary maritime activities area. NE21 is one in a series of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command exercises designed to sharpen the joint forces skills; to practice tactics, techniques, and procedures; to improve command, control and communication relationships; and to develop cooperative plans and programs.

A pilot prepares for takeoff in an A-37 Dragonfly aircraft during exercise BOLD EAGLE '82. Subject Operation/Series: BOLD EAGLE '82 Base: Tyndall Air Force Base State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

EA-6B Prowlers attached to Electronic Attack Squadron One Three Seven (VAQ-137), Electronic Attack Squadron One Three Eight (VAQ-138) and USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73)patrol the Persian Gulf. VAQ-137, VAQ-138 and GEORGE WASHINGTON are deployed to the Persian Gulf in support of Operation Southern Watch. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Country: Unknown

030209-F-9528H-017. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Country: Unknown

A-10 Thunderbolt II US Air Force Bagram Air Base Afghanistan

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress returning from deployment at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, flies over the 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan and Vietnam Remembrance Day ceremony at Canberra, Australia, Aug. 18, 2016. At the request of the Australian government, two Pacific Air Forces B-52s already scheduled to fly a training mission in support of exercise Pitch Black, supported the event commemorating the U.S. and Australia's strong alliance during the Vietnam War that continues to this day.

A U.S. Air Force B-2A Spirit prepares for landing.

Artwork: "Outward Bound" Artist: Hal McCormick U.S. Air Force Art Collection, Copyrighted. Country: Unknown

A Fighter Squadron 33 (VF-33) F-14A Tomcat aircraft flies over the liberated country following Operation Desert Storm. VF-33 is deployed aboard the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV 66).. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Kuwait(KWT)

DF-ST-86-09334. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A view from inside the cockpit of a Fleet Composite Squadron 5 (VC-5)TA-4J Skyhawk aircraft as it is positioned for refueling from a Marine Refueler-Transport Squadron 152 (VMGR-152) KC-130F Hercules aircraft during exercise THALAY THAI '89. Subject Operation/Series: THALAY THAI '89 Country: Thailand (THA)

DF-ST-85-01394. State: British Columbia (BC) Country: Canada (CAN)

A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 79th Fighter Squadron waits to taxi before deploying at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., July 19, 2022. The 79th FS will support operations downrange by delivering coalition airpower through a multi-capable airframe and integrate and train with international partners to address and deter threats to regional security.

A F-15E Strike Eagle disconnects from a KC-10 Extender after receiving fuel over Iraq Dec. 5, 2016. F-15s are providing precision guided close air support during Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve, a multinational effort to weaken and destroy the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant operations in the Middle East region and around the world.

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 33rd Fighter Wing at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, receives fuel from a KC-10 Extender over the panhandle of Florida, Aug. 15, 2022. The F-35A provides next-generation stealth, enhanced situational awareness and reduced vulnerability for the United States and allied nations.

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing soars through the sky during routine training at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Sept. 22, 2022. U.S. and ROKAF service members carried out bilateral training to improve mission focus and force interoperability.

A 596th Bombardment Squadron B-52G Stratofortress aircraft takes on fuel from a 71st Air Refueling Squadron KC-135A Stratotanker aircraft. Both aircraft are participating in Proud Shield '92, a Strategic Air Command bombing and navigation competition. Subject Operation/Series: PROUD SHIELD '92 Base: Barksdale Air Force Base State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A Latvian National Armed Forces soldier provides force protection during a Latvian-led field artillery live fire exercise, NAMEJS, at Liepāja, Latvia, Sept. 26, 2022. Latvia is proudly working alongside 1st Infantry Division, other NATO allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America's forward deployed corps in Europe.

020125-F-0697K-002. Subject Operation/Series: DEEP FREEZE 2002 Base: Mcmurdo Station Country: Antarctica (ATA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFRC

DF-ST-88-04073. Country: Italy (ITA)

Moody AFB HC-130 Hercules put flexibility in rescue operations. They can be the primary aircraft on a rescue mission, or with refueling pods extended from wingtips, simultaneously gas two helicopters. This photo is part of the "Rescuers" story in the July 1999, AIRMAN Magazine. The article describes the 41st and 71st Rescue Squadrons from Moody AFB participating in OPERATION SOUTHERN WATCH. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: Moody Air Force Base State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor and a P-51D Mustang conduct a heritage flight during the 2022 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, San Diego, California, Sept. 24, 2022. The F-22 Raptor is the Air Forces fifth-generation fighter aircraft. Its combination of stealth, supercruise, maneuverability, and integrated avionics, coupled with improved supportability, represents an exponential leap in warfighting capabilities. The theme for the 2022 MCAS Miramar Air Show, Marines Fight, Evolve and Win, reflects the Marine Corps ongoing modernization efforts to prepare for future conflicts.

Silhouette of a fighter plane flying at sunset, F/A-18C Hornet, USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), US Navy

A Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) F-111C aircraft flies high over an airfield during the joint Australian/U.S. exercise Kangaroo '89. Subject Operation/Series: KANGAROO '89 Country: Austria (AUT)

COL. Rick N. Parsons, commander, 33rd Tactical Fighter Wing, checks his survival gear in the cockpit of his F-15C Eagle aircraft prior to deploying to the Middle East in support of Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Eglin Air Force Base State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

041118-F-3188G-317. Base: Over Iraq Country: Iraq (IRQ)

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 25, 2014) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Alejanda Avilasalas directs an AV-8B Harrier off of the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group is deployed supporting maritime security operations, providing crisis response capability, increasing theater security cooperation and a forward naval presence.

A 336th Tactical Fighter Squadron F-15E Eagle aircraft breaks away after refueling from a KC-10A Extender aircraft. Country: Unknown

A Royal Australian Air Force F/A-18 from No. 77 Royal Australian Air Force Base Williamtown, Australia, finishes mid-air refueling over the Nevada Test and Training Range during Red Flag 14-1 with a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing from Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash., Feb. 6, 2014. Red Flag is an exercise hosted at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., that gives Airmen an opportunity to experience realistic, stressful combat situations in a controlled environment to increase their ability to complete missions and safely return home.

A Romanian Air Force F-16 pilot brandishes the colors of the Romanian flag on a shoulderpatch while receiving mid-air refueling instructions from an Alabama Air National Guard KC-135in the skies over Bucharest, Romania, May 17, 2022. The KC-135 belongs to the 117th AirRefueling Wing and is conducting multiple mid-air refueling sorties for several Romanian AirForce pilots to become more familiar with the process and increase their own operationalcapabilities

An F-35 Lightning II assigned to Hill Air Force Base, Utah, taxis to the flight line during Red Flag-Nellis 22-1 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 27, 2022. This iteration of Red Flag is focused on confidence under fire, integrated leadership and the warfighter culture. (U.S. Air Force photo Airman 1st Class Josey Blades)

AIRMAN First Class Steven Pierce cleans the canopy of an F-15 Eagle during exercise BOLD EAGLE '82. Subject Operation/Series: BOLD EAGLE '82 Base: Eglin Air Force Base State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A technician working underneath a 37th Tactical Fighter Wing F-4 Phantom II aircraft is silhouetted against the setting sun on the flight line. Base: Tyndall Air Force Base State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Two B-1B Lancers, assigned to 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, fly in formation over the Pacific Ocean while one releases flares during a Bomber Task Force mission, June 20, 2022. Bomber Task Force missions provide opportunities to train alongside our allies and partners to build interoperability and bolster our collective ability to support a free and open Indo-Pacific.

230331-N-JC256-1020 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Mar. 31, 2023) Pilots on an F/A-18E Super Hornet fighter jet, attached to the "Gladiators" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106, prepare to take-off aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). IKE is underway conducting routine operations in the Atlantic Ocean.

The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, Blue Angels, fly by a C-5 Galaxy static display at the Titans of Flight Air Expo, Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, April 9, 2022. The airshow showcases more than 50 aerial demonstration performances and static aircraft displays.

020430-F-0193C-002. Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN EDGE 2002 Base: Elmendorf Air Force Base State: Alaska (AK) Country: United States Of America (USA)

P-38 Lightning, San Bernadino, California.

011012-F-4406B-008. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Base: Naval Air Station, Sigonella State: Sicily Country: Italy (ITA) Scene Major Command Shown: AMC

Three Lockheed P2V-7B, P-2H & SP-2H Neptune Maritime patrol flying cylinders (1961-1982) in formation above the Netherlands.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 13, 2021) The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Tulsa (LCS 16) conducts routine operations in the Philippine Sea. Tulsa, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment operating in the U.S. 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

F-16s from the 414th Red Flag Training Sq., Nellis AFB, Nevada fly in formation over the skies above the ranges north of Nellis after flying in a training mission during the extensive exercise with other U.S. and foreign forces. Country: Unknown

001007-N-6590G-002. Base: Uss Kitty Hawk (CV 63) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform a series of demonstrations during the Fort Lauderdale Airshow April 29 - May 1, 2022, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This was the teams first beach show of the season.

Close-up of the GAU-8 Avenger gun on an A-10 Thunderbolt II.

Two Air Anti-submarine Squadron 38 (VS-38) S-3A Viking aircraft pass over the Rocky Mountains while en route to Naval Air Station, North Island, California. Country: Unknown

A member of a U.S. Navy Sea-Air-Land (SEAL) team climbs a rope ladder to a Helicopter Combat Support Squadron II (HC-II) HH-46D Sea Knight helicopter during a public demonstration. Base: Coronado State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

050210-J-5640T-053. Base: Randolph Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DF-ST-86-04053. Country: United Kingdom (GBR)

U.S. Navy Blue Angel F/A-18 Super Hornets perform aerial stunts at the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The air show provided an opportunity to demonstrate the capabilities of a Joint Force in the Indo-Pacific Region. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to express MCBHs appreciation to the residents of Hawaii and their continued support of the installation.

A plane captain cleans the windscreen of an F/A-18 Hornet aircraft during flight operations aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70). Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, known as the Thunderbirds, perform at the Frontiers in Flight Open House and Air Show on McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Sept. 24, 2022. The Thunderbirds represent the pride, precision and professionalism of 695,000 total force American Airmen across the globe.

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 123rd Contingency Response Group, provide direction for a HUMVEE during an engine running onload in Little Falls, Camp Ripley, Minn., Aug. 8, 2022. The Airmen are participating in a fieldcraft contingency response exercise in which they and other Airmen are simulating they have moved to a location where air operations are nonexistent or insufficient.

030724-F-9232S-071. State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 927th ARW

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 20, 2022) Two F/A-18E Super Hornets assigned to the Vigilantes” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 151 conduct a fly-by off the port side of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

A close-up view of a photographer in the backseat of an F-15 Eagle aircraft in flight. Base: Luke Air Force Base State: Arizona (AZ) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 18th Aggressor Squadron, Eielson Air Force Base, receives fuel from a 92nd Air Refueling Wing KC-135 Stratotanker above the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex during a training sortie for RED FLAG-Alaska 22-2, June 22, 2022. The 18th Aggressor Squadron supports RFA by sharing its knowledge of adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures to participating units, ensuring the United States and its allies receive the best air combat training possible.

Sixteen aircraft from Carrier Air Wing 1 (CVW-1) fly in fromation over the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV 66) as the ship travels to the persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield. The aircraft include F-14A Tomcats, left; F/A-18C Hornets, upper center; A-6E Intruders, right; and an E-2C Hawkeye, an EA-6B Prowler, and two S-3B Vikings, lower center.. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Mediterranean Sea(MED)

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 37th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, lands after a Bomber Task Force mission at Andersen AFB, Guam, Nov. 7, 2022. BTF missions highlight the importance of working with Allies, partners and other U.S. joint military units to bolster the collective ability to support a free and open Indo-Pacific.

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II aircraft with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121 sits on the flight line at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, June 13, 2022. U.S. Marines with VMFA-121 are conducting Expeditionary Advanced Base Operations from the amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) in support of exercise Valiant Shield 2022. Exercise Valiant Shield gives units like VMFA-121 the opportunity to integrate with forces across the Indo-Pacific to train in successful employment and operations that demonstrate the strength and versatility of the Joint Force.

Hovering Close To Its Charges, A P-51 Of The 8Th Air Force Practices With A Formation Of Flying Fortresses Over England.

Aerial view of F-15 Eagle fighter planes flying in formation

An AIM-54A Phoenix air-to-air missile mounted on the wing PAVE Knife pod of an F-14A Tomcat at the open house air show. Base: Naval Air Station Patuxent River State: Maryland (MD) Country: United States Of America (USA)

020228-F-7910D-011. Country: United States Of America (USA)

A U.S. Air Force F-15C assigned to the 18th Wing, Japan, refuels from a KC-135 Stratotanker during Cope North 24 over the Northern Mariana Islands Feb. 20, 2024. Participants exercise interoperability during Cope North 24 through agile combat employment and integrated generation of Air Power from dispersed locations across the Indo-Pacific. Air Force

DoD's first production F-35B Lightning II joint strike fighter flies toward its new home at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., escorted by Marine Corps F-18 Hornets. The Marine variant of the JSF belongs to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 501. The Marines of VMFAT-501 received two F-35Bs Jan. 11.

Russian Search and Rescue teams deploy from Karaganda to Zhezkazgan, Kazakhstan to prepare for the Soyuz MS-06 landing with Expedition 54 crew members Joe Acaba and Mark Vande Hei of NASA and cosmonaut Alexander Misurkin, Monday, Feb. 26, 2018. Acaba, Vande Hei, and Misurkin are returning after 168 days in space where they served as members of the Expedition 53 and 54 crews onboard the International Space Station.

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The Global Hawk unmanned aircraft awaits fueling after its arrival at Langley AFB. The aircraft flew non-stop from Edwards Air Force Base, California, to Langley, Virginia, as part of a NATO seminar hosted by the Supreme Allied Commander, Atlantic. Base: Langley Air Force Base State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC

220726-N-XH769-1312 ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 26, 2022) A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey, attached to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), sits on the flight deck of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during night flight operations July 26, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd MEU, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

A U.S. Navy F-18 Hornet receives fuel from a 908th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron KC-10A Extender over Afghanistan, Oct. 2, 2009.

A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor with the 325th Fighter Wing, approaches the runway during exercise Sentry Savannah May, 5, 2022, in Savannah, Georgia. Sentry Savannah is a joint total force integrated exercise that showcases the nation's combat aircraft readiness, tests the capabilities of our warfighters in a near-peer environment and trains our next generation of fighter pilots for tomorrows fight.

A distinguished visitor from the Office of Management and Budget observes flight operations aboard the first-in class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), Sept. 19, 2022. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications and workups for a scheduled deployment this fall.

High angle view of F-14A Tomcats on the USS Saratoga

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Falcon from the South Dakota Air National Guards 114th Fighter Wing outside the boom window of a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the Iowa Air National Guards 185thAir Refueling Wing flys along the Missouri River near Dakota Dunes, South Dakota on June 27, 2023. The aircraft are part of a nationwide aerial refueling demonstration, commemorating the 100thanniversary of air refueling.

DF-ST-85-04175. Subject Operation/Series: VOLANT OAK Base: Kulis Air National Guard Base State: Alaska (AK) Country: United States Of America (USA)

230213-N-DU622-1003 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 13, 2023) An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Fighting Redcocks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 22 approaches for an arrested landing aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz Carrier Strike Group (NIMCSG) and Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group (MKI ARG), with embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU), are conducting combined expeditionary strike force (ESF) operations, demonstrating unique high-end war fighting capability, maritime superiority, power projection and readiness. Operations include integrated training designed to advance interoperability between the two groups while simultaneously demonstrating the U.S. commitment to our alliances and partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region. Nimitz is in U.S. 7th Fleet conducting routine operations. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with Allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific regi

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