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    KC-135 refuels F-15s in support of regional security [Image 2 of 9]

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    Two military aircrew members are seated in the cockpit of a large military aircraft, likely a transport or tanker aircraft. The pilot on the left, wearing a tan flight suit and aviation headset with tinted glasses, appears to be communicating or gesturing with his right hand. The image is taken from behind and between the seats, showing the instrument panel and sky/clouds through the windscreen.

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    08.18.2026

    Photo by Master Sgt. James Thomas 

    United States Air Forces Central           

    A U.S. Air Force pilot reaches to adjust controls aboard a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Aug. 19, 2026. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James K. Thomas)

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    Date Taken: 08.18.2026
    Date Posted: 08.28.2026 20:33
    Photo ID: 9881009
    VIRIN: 260819-F-YF252-1020
    Resolution: 8256x5504
    Size: 7.08 MB
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    A military aircrew member in tan/khaki flight suit walks through the interior cargo bay of a large military transport aircraft. The aircraft interior shows a well-equipped, operational configuration with medical litter supports, safety equipment, and American flag insignia visible. The highly reflective wet floor creates a mirror-like reflection of the subject and surroundings.
    Two military aircrew members are seated in the cockpit of a large military aircraft, likely a transport or tanker aircraft. The pilot on the left, wearing a tan flight suit and aviation headset with tinted glasses, appears to be communicating or gesturing with his right hand. The image is taken from behind and between the seats, showing the instrument panel and sky/clouds through the windscreen.
    A female military aviator or aircrew member is seated in the cockpit of a large military aircraft, wearing a flight suit and communications headset with boom microphone. She is holding a tablet device and appears to be reviewing documents or checklists during flight operations. The cockpit environment shows extensive overhead instrument panels and control systems consistent with a large transport or tanker aircraft.
    A military aviator is seated in an aircraft cockpit, wearing Bose aviation headphones and aviator sunglasses while operating flight controls or instruments. The individual is dressed in a MultiCam/OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with a visible patch on the shoulder. The image captures the pilot from a rear-side angle inside what appears to be a military transport or cargo aircraft.
    An aerial refueling operation is captured in flight, showing a military fighter jet receiving fuel from a tanker aircraft via a boom refueling system. The aircraft, marked with tail number '940' and serial '89490', is identifiable as an F-15 Eagle based on its distinctive airframe design. The image is taken from the tanker's perspective looking down at the receiver aircraft against a hazy sky backdrop.
    An aerial refueling operation is captured from above, showing a fighter jet receiving fuel from a tanker aircraft via a boom refueling system. The fighter aircraft, marked with the number '940' and 'ARW' on its tail, is positioned directly beneath the tanker's refueling boom. The image is taken from the perspective of the tanker aircraft looking down at the receiver jet in flight.
    A military fighter jet, identified as an F-15 Eagle, is conducting an aerial refueling operation with a tanker aircraft. The fighter jet bears the markings '940' and 'ARW' (Air Refueling Wing) in yellow lettering on its fuselage and wing. The image is captured from the perspective of the tanker aircraft, showing the refueling boom extended toward the receiver aircraft.
    An aerial refueling operation is captured from above, showing a fighter jet receiving fuel from a tanker aircraft's boom refueling system. The aircraft, marked with the number '940' on its tail, is photographed in dramatic low-light conditions with moody, overcast skies below. The image is taken from the perspective of the tanker aircraft looking down at the receiver jet.
    A military fighter jet, appearing to be an F-15 or similar twin-tail aircraft, is captured in a steep banking maneuver while deploying countermeasure flares. The image is taken from another aircraft above, providing a top-down angled perspective. Multiple bright flares with smoke trails are visible to the left of the aircraft against a hazy, overcast sky.

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