Tag: air refueling
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UK to Bolster RAF Refueling Capacity with Boom System Upgrade
The UK is set to supercharge its air refueling capabilities with a cutting-edge boom system upgrade, complementing the Royal Air Force's existing probe and drogue system. This game-changing move will ensure the RAF has a robust and sovereign air-to-air refueling capability for its future fleet.
Damaged KC-135 Tanker Enters Tinker AFB Repair Facility
The damaged KC-135 tanker, serial 63-8017, has arrived at Tinker Air Force Base's Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex for a thorough repair and scheduled maintenance, following a midair collision over Iraq that tragically claimed the lives of the crew on board the other tanker. The aircraft is set to undergo extensive repairs, combining damage patching with its regular 5-year maintenance.
US Air Force KC-135 Tanker Spotted with Advanced Satellite Antenna
A KC-135 tanker has been spotted at RAF Mildenhall with a cutting-edge satellite antenna, signaling the US Air Force's commitment to modernizing its tanker fleet. The exciting development was captured on camera by aviation photographer Alessandro Ledda, and has sparked interest among defense enthusiasts.