U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Ryan Kemp, 18th Operations Group KC-135 branch non commissioned officer in charge, reviews his checklist during a nighttime aerial refueling mission over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 24, 2025. Aerial refueling capabilities extend airborne training time and combat radius, ensuring joint and Allied aircraft are postured to maintain regional peace and stability within the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)
| Date Taken: | 09.24.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 09.29.2025 19:58 |
| Photo ID: | 9345813 |
| VIRIN: | 250924-F-BX586-1299 |
| Resolution: | 6048x4024 |
| Size: | 31.58 MB |
| Location: | KADENA AIR BASE, OKINAWA, JP |
| Web Views: | 41 |
| Downloads: | 3 |
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