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    KC-135 Stratotanker supports Continuous Bomber Presence [Image 6 of 37]

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    The image is taken from inside an aircraft looking out through a large, multi-sided (octagonal or polygonal) window or hatch opening. A dense, bright white cloud layer is visible below, suggesting the aircraft is flying at high altitude above an overcast sky. The interior of the aircraft is dark, with visible structural elements including riveted panels and mechanical components framing the opening.

    GUAM

    03.22.2017

    Photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob Skovo-Lane 

    36th Wing

    A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft from the 506th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron prepares to refuel a B-1B Lancer from the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron after taking off from Andersen Air Force Base, Guam March 22, 2017. The 506th EARS is deployed to Andersen from the 91st Air Refueling Squadron from MacDill Air Force Base, Fla, in support of U.S. Pacific Command’s Continuous Bomber Presence. These forward deployed forces demonstrate continuing U.S. commitment to stability and security in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob Skovo)

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    Date Taken: 03.22.2017
    Date Posted: 03.30.2017 22:30
    Photo ID: 3260762
    VIRIN: 170322-F-OQ776-1062
    Resolution: 6016x4016
    Size: 5.31 MB
    Location: GU
    Web Views: 20
    Downloads: 17

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