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    Exercise tests Reservists' rapid response [Image 18 of 24]

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    An aerial photograph shows a line of multiple large military jet aircraft taxiing in formation on a runway, commonly referred to as an 'elephant walk.' The aircraft appear to be KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refueling tankers, painted in gray military livery, lined up nose-to-tail on a wide concrete runway. The surrounding terrain includes grassy areas, taxiways, and a tree line in the background with what appears to be airfield infrastructure.

    UNITED STATES

    03.05.2017

    Photo by Senior Airman Philip Bryant 

    459th Air Refueling Wing

    459th Air Refueling Wing KC-135R Stratotankers conduct an elephant walk during an alert exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, March 5, 2017. The term “elephant walk” has been used since World War II when large numbers of aircraft would line up for rapid response take-off. Onlookers said the procession looked like elephants headed to a watering hole, and the name has been part of the U.S. Air Force lexicon ever since. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Philip Bryant)

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    Date Taken: 03.05.2017
    Date Posted: 03.13.2017 17:45
    Photo ID: 3225053
    VIRIN: 170305-F-IP635-269
    Resolution: 1500x2250
    Size: 2.06 MB
    Location: US

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