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    KC-10 refuels U.S, coalition aircraft [Image 11 of 25]

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    A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor fifth-generation stealth fighter jet is photographed in flight against an overcast gray sky. The aircraft is shown in a slight bank, providing a clear top-down angled view of its distinctive stealth airframe. Tail codes 'FF' and a partial serial number are visible, indicating assignment to the 1st Fighter Wing at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia.

    UNDISCLOSED LOCATION, SYRIA

    08.06.2017

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Trevor McBride 

    United States Air Forces Central           

    An F-22 Raptor departs after receiving fuel from a KC-10 Extender during a mission in support of Operation Inherent Resolve over Syria, Aug. 7, 2017. The F-22 is a component of the Global Strike Task Force, supporting U.S. and Coalition forces working to liberate territory and people under the control of ISIS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Trevor T. McBride)

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    Date Taken: 08.06.2017
    Date Posted: 08.17.2017 04:07
    Photo ID: 3681651
    VIRIN: 170807-F-ER377-0295
    Resolution: 3711x2450
    Size: 615.67 KB
    Location: UNDISCLOSED LOCATION, SY
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    A nighttime photograph taken from outside a large aircraft, looking through the cockpit windshield where crew members are visible inside an illuminated flight deck. The surrounding environment shows an airfield or military base with floodlights and hangar-like structures in the background. The image is predominantly dark with light sources concentrated in the cockpit interior and distant ground lighting.
    An overhead/bird's-eye view photograph of a worker bending over a yellow segmented mat or barrier laid on a concrete floor. The worker is wearing a white t-shirt, safety glasses pushed up on his head, and an orange lanyard or safety strap. The dramatic top-down angle and strong shadows create a visually striking industrial composition.
    A person is seated in a darkened environment, illuminated primarily by the glow of a laptop screen in front of them. The scene is dramatically lit with strong contrast between shadow and the bright monitor light. The laptop appears to be a ruggedized model, suggesting a professional or field-use context.
    A bald military personnel member is seated inside what appears to be a military aircraft cockpit, illuminated by warm ambient lighting. The individual is looking downward, possibly reviewing documents or operating controls. The cockpit environment is dimly lit with various instrument panels and displays visible in the background.
    Two military personnel are visible in a low-light environment, likely inside or near a military vehicle or aircraft. The individual on the left, wearing OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with a US flag patch, is reviewing documents on a clipboard or binder. The scene appears to be taking place during nighttime or pre-dawn hours based on the dark blue ambient light visible through an opening.
    A flight line at dusk or dawn showing multiple large U.S. Air Force military aircraft parked on a tarmac. The prominent foreground aircraft displays 'U.S. AIR FORCE' markings and appears to be a KC-10 Extender tanker aircraft. Ground support equipment and vehicles are visible around the aircraft under low-light conditions.
    A U.S. Air Force aircraft, identifiable as a KC-10 Extender tanker, is parked on a flight line apron during dusk or dawn. A mobile boarding staircase is positioned at the forward fuselage door. Additional aircraft are visible in the background under ramp lighting.
    A close-up portrait of a military airman wearing desert camouflage uniform, aviation headset with boom microphone, and dark sunglasses. He appears to be focused downward, likely monitoring equipment or reading during a flight operation. Patches on his uniform suggest US Air Force affiliation with flight crew designation.
    An aerial photograph taken from above showing a stealth fighter jet receiving fuel via aerial refueling boom from a tanker aircraft. The image is captured from the tanker's boom operator perspective, looking down at the receiver aircraft. The fighter's distinctive angular stealth geometry and reflective canopy are clearly visible.
    A close-up photograph of a person wearing dark mirrored sunglasses, with a military jet aircraft reflected in the lens. The reflection shows what appears to be a fighter jet approaching or being refueled in mid-air, visible through what looks like the open bay of a tanker aircraft. The dramatic lighting and composition create a striking contrast between the darkened face and the bright reflection.
    A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor fifth-generation stealth fighter jet is photographed in flight against an overcast gray sky. The aircraft is shown in a slight bank, providing a clear top-down angled view of its distinctive stealth airframe. Tail codes 'FF' and a partial serial number are visible, indicating assignment to the 1st Fighter Wing at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia.
    An aerial refueling operation is captured from the boom operator's window of a tanker aircraft, showing a fifth-generation stealth fighter aircraft connected to the refueling boom. The image is taken from a downward-looking perspective through the tanker's rear observation window, providing a unique top-down view of the receiver aircraft. The fighter is positioned directly below and behind the tanker, with the refueling boom visibly inserted into the aircraft's receptacle.
    A close-up aerial photograph taken from below a tanker aircraft showing an F-22 Raptor stealth fighter during an aerial refueling operation. The image captures the distinctive angular fuselage and canopy of the F-22 from an unusual top-down perspective, with a refueling boom visible at the top of the frame. A pilot is visible through the reflective gold-tinted canopy.
    A military personnel wearing camouflage uniform and a helmet with a flip-down monocular device is examining a small handheld object, possibly a device or equipment component. The individual is wearing aviator-style sunglasses and appears to be speaking or explaining something. The background suggests the interior or immediate exterior of a military vehicle.
    A U.S. Air Force pilot in multicam/OCP uniform is seated in the cockpit of a military aircraft, appearing to be at the controls during flight or pre-flight operations. The pilot is wearing sunglasses and a headset, with an American flag patch visible on the right shoulder. The cockpit displays multiple analog and digital instruments, including what appears to be an attitude indicator showing an orange and blue horizon display.
    An aerial refueling operation is captured in close-up, showing a fighter jet (consistent with an F-22 Raptor based on canopy and fuselage geometry) positioned beneath a tanker aircraft. The image is taken from the tanker's boom operator perspective, with arid, desert-like terrain visible far below. The fighter's cockpit canopy reflects sunlight, and a refueling receptacle area is visible on the upper fuselage.
    An aerial photograph taken from beneath a tanker aircraft showing an F-22 Raptor stealth fighter jet in close proximity, consistent with an aerial refueling operation. The image is captured from the boom operator's perspective on what appears to be a KC-135 or similar tanker aircraft. The terrain below appears arid and flat, suggesting a desert environment.
    Two F-22 Raptor stealth fighter jets are flying in formation over a vast desert landscape. The aircraft are photographed from an aerial perspective, likely from a tanker or accompanying aircraft. The terrain below appears arid and featureless, consistent with a Middle Eastern or similar desert environment.
    Two fifth-generation stealth fighter jets are flying in formation at high altitude over an arid, desert terrain. The aircraft are photographed from a nearby airborne platform, likely a tanker or chase aircraft. The terrain below appears to be a flat, sparsely populated desert landscape.
    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms are working at what appears to be a boom operator station aboard a military aircraft, likely a refueling tanker. Both individuals are wearing aviation headsets, with one leaning forward to look through a viewing window while the other observes attentively. The scene is dimly lit, suggesting an interior aircraft compartment during an operational mission.
    The image shows military personnel inside what appears to be a military aircraft. One individual wearing a flight suit and headset with a boom microphone is seated at a station, while another person in camouflage uniform is photographing through or near a window or opening. A third person is partially visible in the upper left corner.
    A person wearing aviation headphones and glasses is photographed from below in what appears to be a dimly lit military aircraft interior. A second individual is visible in the background, also in military or flight crew attire. The dramatic low-angle lighting highlights the foreground subject's face against a dark cockpit or cargo bay environment.
    Three military jet aircraft are flying in formation over an arid desert landscape. The lead aircraft is prominently featured in the foreground, with two additional aircraft visible in the background to the left. The terrain below appears to be a flat, sandy desert region with minimal vegetation.
    Two military jet aircraft are photographed in formation flight over an arid desert landscape, viewed through what appears to be the rear cargo door or observation window of a larger aircraft. The jets appear to be light attack or trainer-type aircraft painted in a teal/grey color scheme, carrying underwing stores. The desert terrain below suggests a Middle Eastern or North African operational environment.
    Two military jet aircraft are flying in formation over an arid, desert-like terrain. The foreground aircraft is a light gray single-seat attack jet with a prominent refueling probe and multiple wing-mounted stores, while a second identical aircraft flies in the background to the upper right. The aircraft appear to be Italian-made Aermacchi MB-339 or similar light attack jets based on their distinctive silhouette.

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