1K views | Aerial Refueling the B-2 Bomber KC-135 Flying Boom in Action #B2Bomber #KC135 #AerialRefueling #FlyingBoom #StealthBomber #MilitaryAviation #AirForce #GlobalStrike | Giant Bird | Facebook

KC-135 Stratotanker: The unsung hero of the skies! ⛽️ This aerial refueling tanker is the backbone of the US Air Force. It has been extending the reach of our aircraft for over 60 years! We got an up-close look at a KC-135 at Oshkosh 2024 and learned about mid-air refueling from Air Force Major Lindi Ilich and Boom Operator Justin Jung. The KC-135 is a testament to American engineering and adaptability, undergoing numerous upgrades throughout its lifespan to remain a vital asset in the ever-evol

9.4K views · 163 reactions | Sixty years ago today, the KC-135 Stratotanker took to the skies for its first flight. Since then, #ThisOldBird and generations of Total Force Airmen have served as the backbone of the United States Air Force tanker fleet and the lifeblood of global reach. Here's to 60 incredible years! #NKAWTG | Air Mobility Command | Facebook

The United States Air Force's KC-135 Stratotanker has brought fuel to the fight for more than 60 years. #NKAWTG KC-135 History: https://go.usa.gov/xUFAd | Airman Magazine