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    B-2 Spirit demonstrates long-range strike capabilities in Indo-Pacific [Image 7 of 20]

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    An operator is seated at a darkened multi-screen control console, monitoring what appears to be aerial refueling operations via camera feeds. The screens display infrared and visible-light imagery of what appears to be a refueling boom or drogue system. The console is illuminated by green and orange indicator lights, suggesting a military aircraft or ground control environment.

    AMBERLEY, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA

    06.11.2026

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Hastings  

    509th Bomb Wing   

    A Royal Australian Air Force Air Refuelling Officer assigned to the No. 33 Squadron refuels a U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit aircraft from a KC-30A multi-role tanker transport aircraft over the South Pacific Ocean, June 11, 2026. The refueling operation was a component of a Bomber Task Force deployment and demonstrated U.S. commitment to allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Hastings)

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    Date Taken: 06.11.2026
    Date Posted: 06.24.2026 20:45
    Photo ID: 9771593
    VIRIN: 260611-F-XP318-1054
    Resolution: 6819x4546
    Size: 6.12 MB
    Location: AMBERLEY, QUEENSLAND, AU
    Web Views: 63
    Downloads: 11

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    A large military tanker/transport aircraft, appearing to be an Airbus A330 MRTT variant, is parked on a wet tarmac at night under artificial lighting. Personnel are visible on a boarding stairway attached to the forward fuselage. A second large military transport aircraft, likely a C-17 Globemaster, is visible in the background to the left.
    The image shows a black roundel insignia featuring a silhouetted kangaroo in a leaping pose, centered within a black ring on a light grey metallic surface. This is the national aircraft roundel of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). The emblem is painted on what appears to be the fuselage of a military aircraft.
    A black-and-white nighttime photograph of a large commercial or military transport aircraft parked on a tarmac or runway. The image is taken from a low angle near the rear of the aircraft, emphasizing the tail section, horizontal stabilizers, and engines. A single ground crew member stands in the distance beneath a bright overhead light pole.
    A large military or government aircraft is photographed at night on a wet tarmac, showing the rear fuselage, tail section, and wing detail. A ground crew member in a high-visibility vest is visible in the background near a floodlight pole. The wet surface reflects the artificial lighting, creating a dramatic low-light composition.
    A low-angle nighttime photograph taken beneath a large military aircraft, revealing its underside with multiple munitions or ordnance mounted on external hardpoints. The image captures the main landing gear assembly with multi-wheel bogies resting on a wet tarmac, illuminated by ground lighting. A hangar structure is visible in the background, suggesting the aircraft is parked at a military air base.
    This appears to be a night-vision or infrared aerial refueling camera view, showing a refueling boom or drogue connected to a receiving aircraft below. The HUD-style overlay displays telemetry data including timestamp, fuel dispensing information, and coupling status. The image is consistent with a boom operator's or automated refueling system's perspective during an aerial refueling operation.
    An operator is seated at a darkened multi-screen control console, monitoring what appears to be aerial refueling operations via camera feeds. The screens display infrared and visible-light imagery of what appears to be a refueling boom or drogue system. The console is illuminated by green and orange indicator lights, suggesting a military aircraft or ground control environment.
    A night-vision or infrared aerial image showing what appears to be a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber receiving aerial refueling from a tanker aircraft. The image is captured from the tanker's boom operator perspective, showing the refueling boom connected to the receiver aircraft below. A green digital timestamp and camera mode indicator are visible in the upper portion of the frame.
    A black-and-white photograph taken inside an aircraft cockpit during nighttime operations, showing a pilot or crew member wearing a headset seated at the controls. Multiple illuminated instrument panels, displays, and avionics screens are visible, including what appears to be a camera feed showing another aircraft on a central monitor. The image has a dramatic, high-contrast aesthetic typical of low-light cockpit photography.
    A pilot is seated in a modern aircraft cockpit during nighttime or low-light conditions, surrounded by illuminated instrument panels displaying orange, green, and blue lighting. A central screen appears to show an aerial refueling or camera feed of another aircraft. The cockpit features a dense array of digital displays, switches, and controls consistent with a large military or commercial aircraft.
    A military security personnel member stands at attention on a wet airfield tarmac at night, arms crossed, posing in front of a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber. The individual is wearing multicam/OCP camouflage uniform with a plate carrier vest labeled 'SECURITY' and tactical gear. The scene is illuminated by floodlights on the flight line.
    A person in military camouflage uniform and high-visibility vest is kneeling on a wet tarmac at night in heavy rain, operating or positioning a camera at ground level. They are wearing yellow ear protection headphones, suggesting proximity to loud aircraft or machinery. The scene appears to be at a military airfield or airport, with vehicle headlights and runway lights visible in the background.
    A black-and-white nighttime photograph showing ground crew personnel conducting maintenance or pre-flight operations on what appears to be a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber on a flight line. Multiple technicians are working around the aircraft while connected to ground support equipment including a cable reel unit. The image is dramatically lit against a completely dark background, highlighting the distinctive flying-wing silhouette of the aircraft.
    A nighttime ground crew maintenance or servicing operation is underway on what appears to be a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber on a military airfield tarmac. Several personnel in military uniforms are working around the aircraft with ground support equipment including hoses, cables, and a large cable reel unit. The scene is illuminated by artificial lighting, casting warm tones across the work area.
    A nighttime military flight line operation showing a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber being serviced on a wet tarmac. Air Force personnel in high-visibility vests are conducting ground operations alongside a large fuel/support vehicle. The aircraft bears the name 'Spirit of Texas' and tail code 'WM' on its fuselage.
    A B-2 Spirit stealth bomber is parked on a wet tarmac at night, illuminated by multiple bright floodlights. Ground crew personnel and support vehicles, including what appears to be a fuel truck, are positioned around the aircraft. The wet surface creates dramatic light reflections across the foreground of the image.
    A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit stealth bomber named 'Spirit of Texas' is parked on a flight line at night in front of a hangar marked '36 SQN' with a rearing horse emblem. The aircraft bears tail code 'WM' and '393d TIGERS' markings, identifying it as belonging to the 393rd Bomb Squadron, 509th Bomb Wing. Ground crew personnel are conducting maintenance or pre/post-flight checks beneath the aircraft.
    A military ground crew member is marshalling an aircraft at night using illuminated orange signal wands. The individual is wearing a camouflage uniform, a high-visibility safety vest, and hearing protection. Both wands are raised above the head in a marshalling signal position, with a large dark aircraft visible in the background.
    Three U.S. Air Force aircraft are parked on a flight line at dusk or dawn, displaying their tail sections prominently. All three aircraft bear the 'ZZ' tail code indicating assignment to PACAF (Pacific Air Forces), with 'Young Tigers' markings and orange accent stripes on the tail fins. The serial numbers visible are 80050, 80104, and 91502, consistent with KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft.
    A large flying-wing stealth bomber, consistent with the B-2 Spirit silhouette, is photographed on a tarmac at night. Ground crew personnel are visible beneath the aircraft, illuminated by bright work lights. The scene suggests pre-flight or post-flight maintenance and inspection activity.

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