The engine thrust lever is pushed forward to ensure a good engine start takes place while performing preflight checks on a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing at RAF Mildenhall, England, July 17 2026. Preflight checks ensure a plane is mission ready before take-off. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nash Truitt)
| Date Taken: | 07.13.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 07.23.2026 04:22 |
| Photo ID: | 9826525 |
| VIRIN: | 260717-F-BN500-1004 |
| Resolution: | 8007x5338 |
| Size: | 6.91 MB |
| Location: | GB |
| Web Views: | 4 |
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