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    KC135 supports operations in CENTCOM AOR [Image 9 of 10]

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    A night aerial refueling operation captured from the boom operator's perspective aboard a tanker aircraft. A fighter jet, consistent with an F-16 Fighting Falcon configuration, is visible below receiving or approaching the refueling boom. The image is illuminated by the tanker's refueling lights, casting a teal/blue-green glow against an otherwise completely dark background.

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    08.31.2026

    Photo by Senior Airman Adriana Jordan Alcaniz 

    United States Air Forces Central           

    A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Sept. 2, 2026. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Adriana Jordan-Alcaniz)

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    Date Taken: 08.31.2026
    Date Posted: 09.03.2026 08:55
    Photo ID: 9908634
    VIRIN: 260902-F-CQ122-1914
    Resolution: 8256x5504
    Size: 4.53 MB
    Location: (UNDISCLOSED LOCATION)
    Web Views: 11
    Downloads: 2

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    A person wearing a military-style olive green t-shirt is using a small penlight or tactical flashlight to inspect the underside of what appears to be a military aircraft in a dimly lit environment. The blue LED light illuminates the person's face from above as they look upward. At least one other individual is partially visible in the background.
    A man with dark hair and a mustache is photographed in profile, wearing an olive/military green shirt. He appears to be inspecting or working on a large curved metallic or composite surface, likely an aircraft component. The image is dramatically lit with strong contrast between light and shadow.
    A close-up, low-light photograph of a young man with short dark hair and facial stubble, looking downward in a contemplative pose. He is wearing a green t-shirt and a thin chain necklace. A second person is visible in the blurred background, along with colorful bokeh lights suggesting a nighttime or indoor entertainment environment.
    A human hand is reaching toward or operating a dark industrial control panel featuring illuminated yellow indicator lights and labeled switches. The panel displays text including 'CIRCUIT OPEN' and 'CLOSE' markings, suggesting electrical switching equipment. The image is dramatically lit with warm amber tones from the glowing indicators against a dark background.
    A man wearing headphones and a dark t-shirt is closely inspecting or working on a mechanical or structural component using a bright flashlight or work light. He appears to be in a confined, dimly lit space, possibly inside a vehicle, aircraft, or industrial structure. The bright light source creates strong contrast and lens flare in the image.
    A night-vision or infrared image captured through a circular optical device (likely a boom operator's window or night-vision optic) showing a military aircraft during an aerial refueling operation. The word 'ALASKA' is visible on what appears to be a tanker aircraft's fuselage or wing. Multiple navigation and position lights are illuminated on the aircraft(s) visible in the frame.
    A night-vision or thermal imaging view through what appears to be a circular optical device (likely a night-vision goggle or scope) showing a military aircraft in flight. The image has a characteristic teal/green monochromatic appearance typical of night-vision equipment. Text reading 'ALASKA' and partial numbers/letters are visible along the curved edge of the viewing aperture.
    The image appears to be captured through a night vision or image intensifier device, producing a characteristic circular green-teal tinted view. The scene shows what appears to be the interior of a large military aircraft, likely viewed through the open rear cargo ramp or door, with at least one figure visible inside. The low-light imaging technology creates a grainy, monochromatic teal appearance typical of night vision optics.
    A night aerial refueling operation captured from the boom operator's perspective aboard a tanker aircraft. A fighter jet, consistent with an F-16 Fighting Falcon configuration, is visible below receiving or approaching the refueling boom. The image is illuminated by the tanker's refueling lights, casting a teal/blue-green glow against an otherwise completely dark background.
    A night vision image captured through a circular optical device (likely night vision goggles or a scope) showing a military jet aircraft in flight. The image displays the characteristic green-teal phosphor glow typical of image intensifier night vision technology. The aircraft silhouette is clearly visible against a grainy, star-speckled night sky.

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    AFCENT
    F-16 Fighting Falcon
    COMCAM
    CENTCOM
    KC-135 stratotanker

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