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    Exercise tests Reservists' rapid response [Image 19 of 24]

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    A formation of multiple large military jet aircraft are taxiing in a single-file line on an airbase taxiway, commonly referred to as an 'elephant walk.' The aircraft appear to be KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refueling tankers based on their distinctive four-engine under-wing configuration and gray military livery. The scene is set on a well-marked concrete taxiway with surrounding grass fields and tree line visible in the background.

    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: 3225054
    VIRIN: 170305-F-IP635-298
    Resolution: 3000x1500
    Size: 2.72 MB
    Location: US

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