U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Anthony Krisher, 74th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, prepares to transfer fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft to an F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft during a mission in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan 7, 2026. The 74th EARS operates the KC-135 within the CENTCOM AOR to deliver in-flight refueling, enabling extended range and endurance for aircraft involved in joint missions, while the F-16 platform supports a range of kinetic operations as needed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Travis Knauss)
| Date Taken: | 01.06.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 01.16.2026 09:23 |
| Photo ID: | 9482377 |
| VIRIN: | 260107-F-OE100-1501 |
| Resolution: | 4487x2991 |
| Size: | 3.41 MB |
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