Alaska Air National Guard Col. Adam Staubach, KC-135 Stratotanker pilot assigned to the 168th Wing, sets up a life raft as the aircrew team familiarizes itself with survival equipment during water survival refresher training at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 9, 2026. Aircrew members sit together in a 20-person life raft as they practice procedures and simulate waiting for a rescue helicopter. The training includes familiarization with aircrew flight equipment aboard a KC-135 Stratotanker, life raft operations, and swimming techniques. The training enhances aircrew preparedness and ensures readiness to survive and operate effectively in emergency water survival situations and is required for all aircrew members. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Julie Avey)
| Date Taken: | 04.09.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 04.17.2026 22:08 |
| Photo ID: | 9623807 |
| VIRIN: | 260409-Z-UF872-1010 |
| Resolution: | 6048x4024 |
| Size: | 6.49 MB |
| Location: | EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, ALASKA, US |
| Web Views: | 6 |
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