Stratotanker Collection (page 4)

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

A U. S. Air Force KC-135 tanker aircraft
A U.S. Air Force KC-135 tanker aircraft comes in to land at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, after a Red Flag mission

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

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

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

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

A KC-135R Stratotanker taxiing at Ramstein Air Base, Germany
A KC-135R Stratotanker of the Alaska National Guards 168th ARS taxiing at Ramstein Air Base, Germany

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

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

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

Chilean Air Force Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker parked at Recife Air Force Base, Brazil, during exercise Cruzex

Three F-16s join up with a KC-135 over Arizona
Three F-16s from the 56th Fighter Wing at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, join up on a KC-135 on a training mission over the Arizona desert

A KC-135 Stratotanker at Hickham Air Force Base
Hickham Air Force Base - The KC-135 Stratotanker is the most widely flown tanker aircraft in history. Its principal mission is air refueling

A B-52 Stratofortress receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker over Afghanistan

Vintage WPA poster of a gear and a tire. It reads, Ride Together, Work Together, Save Rubber For Victory

An F-22 Raptor receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker
August 28, 2008 - An F-22 Raptor receives synthetic fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker during an aerial refueling test using an alternative jet engine fuel

KC-135R Stratotanker, Geilenkirchen Airfield, Germany
KC-135R of the Mississippi Air National Guard`s 153 refueling squadron, Geilenkirchen Airfield, Germany

A U. S. Air Force F-16CJ Fighting Falcon approaching a KC-135 Stratotanker for refueling
July 28, 2009 - A U.S. Air Force F-16CJ Fighting Falcon approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker for refueling over Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom

Four F-16s and a KC-135 fly in formation over Arizona
Four F-16s and a KC-135 from the Arizona Air National Guard fly in formation during a training mission over Southern Arizona

A B-2 Spirit bomber refuels from a KC-135 Stratotanker
Over the Pacific Ocean - A B-2 Spirit bomber refuels from a KC-135 Stratotanker during a deployment to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam

A three ship formation of F-22 Raptors move into refueling position to receive fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Pacific Ocean

Airman hand-washes the centerline on the underbelly of a KC-135 Stratotanker
July 24, 2006 - Airman hand-washes the centerline on the underbelly of a KC-135 Stratotanker at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England

Vintage World War II propaganda war poster
Vintage WW2 poster reads, War Bonds Over 90% N.O.P.E

A U. S. Air Force Airman lifts the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker
May 2, 2008 - A U.S. Air Force Airman lifts the boom of a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker at the March Air Force Base Airfest

U. S. Air Force F-16 aircraft fly off the wing of a KC-135 Stratotanker
September 7, 2006 - U.S. Air Force F-16 aircraft from the Thunderbird demonstration team fly off the wing of a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft during refueling over McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas

Wing of a KC-135 Stratotanker of the U. S. Air Force
Wing of a Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker of the U.S. Air Force

A C-17 Globemaster III approaches the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker
June 18, 2007 - A C-17 Globemaster III approaches the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker during aerial refueling practice

A MC-130H Combat Talon II being refueled by a KC-135R Stratotanker
A MC-130H Combat Talon II of the 7th Special Operations Squadron being refueled by a KC-135R Stratotanker of the 351st Aerial Refueling Squadron of the100th Aerial Refueling Wing

A KC-135 Stratotanker lands on the runway at Kadena Air Base, Japan
A KC-135 Stratotanker from the 18th Wing at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, touches down on the runway after a training mission

A KC-135 boom operator watches an F-15 Eagle line up for refueling
The boom operator watches from a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft as an F-15 Eagle aircraft lines up for refueling during Operation Desert Shield

An F-15 Eagle pulls away from a KC-135 Stratotanker after refueling during Red Flag, a two-week exercise that tests and trains servicemembers in real-time combat situations at Nellis Air Force Base

U. S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle over the wing of a KC-135 Stratotanker
U.S. Air Force McDonnell Douglas F-15E Strike Eagle over the wing of a Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker

A KC-135 Stratotanker connects with an F-16 Fighting Falcon
October 23, 2006 - A KC-135 Stratotanker connects with an F-16 Fighting Falcon over Iraq to offload more than 20, 000 lbs of fuel. The F-16 then will resume its close-air-support mission

An F-15 Strike Eagle prepares for aerial refueling
An F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft moves into position for fuel from a KC-135R Stratotanker during a mission over Afghanistan

Pre-dawn sky with waning crescent moon, Jupiter at top, and Mercury at lower center
September 24, 2003 - Pre-dawn sky with waning crescent moon, Jupiter at top, and Mercury at lower center, Gleichen, Alberta, Canada

A U. S. Navy F / A-18E Hornet over Southwest Asia
December 29, 2012 - A U.S. Navy F/A-18E Hornet breaks away after refueling from a U.S. Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker over Southwest Asia

A KC-135R Stratotanker over central Oregon
A KC-135R Stratotanker from the 92 Air Refueling Wing lowers its boom to prepare to recieve F-15 Eagles for air-to-air refueling training over central Oregon

An E-3 AWACS comes into land at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan
An E-3 AWACS from the 18th Wing comes into land at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan

A B-2 Spirit moves into position for refueling from a KC-135 Stratotanker
May 30, 2006 - A B-2 Spirit moves into position for refueling from a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Pacific Ocean

Two F-16 Fighting Falcons conduct aerial refueling with a KC-135 Stratotanker
Two F-16s from the 162nd Fighter Wing conduct air to air refueling training with a KC-135 Stratotanker

A KC-135R Stratotanker refuels three F-15 Eagles during air-to-air refueling training over central Oregon

F-105 Thunderchief planes pull up to a KC-135 Stratotanker refueling aircraft, 1966
Three Air Force F-105 Thunderchief planes en route to bomb military targets in Vietnam pull up to a KC-135 Stratotanker refueling aircraft, January 1966

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The Stratotanker, a vital asset to the Tennessee Air National Guard, plays a crucial role in aerial refueling operations. With its impressive capabilities and versatility, this Boeing KC-97L Stratotanker ensures that our aircraft remain fueled and ready for any mission. In one captivating image, we witness the power of teamwork as a B-1B Lancer stands by while another Lancer connects with a KC-135 Stratotanker. This moment captures the seamless coordination required during mid-air refueling operations. Amongst the fleet of Stratotankers is the legendary Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker 63-7995. Its sleek design and advanced technology make it an indispensable tool in maintaining air superiority. Let's not forget about the historic contributions made by previous models such as the Boeing KC-135E Stratotanker 56-3604 and Boeing KC-135A Stratotankers like 63-8008, 57-2603, 60-0350, 58-0018, 59-1460, 57 -2598, 56 -3615, and finally ending with57 -2607. These formidable aircraft have served faithfully over decades of service. As these magnificent machines take flight, they symbolize strength and resilience. The sight of a Stratotanker soaring through the skies evokes awe and admiration for those who operate them. Their unwavering dedication ensures that our military remains at peak performance. Whether supporting combat missions or humanitarian efforts around the world, these mighty giants keep our forces flying high. The legacy of excellence embodied by each individual stratotanker is truly remarkable – their impact immeasurable. So let us salute all those involved in operating these incredible machines – from pilots to ground crew – who work tirelessly to ensure that our nation's defense remains unparalleled. Together with their trusty stratotankers by their side; they forge ahead into the skies, ready to conquer any challenge that comes their way.