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    Exercise tests Reservists' rapid response [Image 20 of 24]

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    Multiple large military tanker aircraft, identified as KC-135 Stratotankers based on their distinctive configuration, are lined up in formation on a taxiway at a military airbase. The aircraft are painted in standard USAF gray livery and appear to be preparing for a 'Elephant Walk' or mass launch exercise. The scene is set on a clear day with a tree line and airfield infrastructure 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: 3225057
    VIRIN: 170305-F-IP635-308
    Resolution: 3000x1500
    Size: 2.21 MB
    Location: US

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