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    KC-135 refuels A-10s for show of force [Image 5 of 13]

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    An A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) attack aircraft is approaching a tanker aircraft for aerial refueling, photographed from the boom operator's position on the tanker. The receiving aircraft bears a shark mouth nose art and the serial number 80695. The tanker's refueling boom is visible in the foreground, marked with 'TENN ANG' indicating Tennessee Air National Guard.

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    08.29.2026

    Photo by Tech. Sgt. Tiffany Emery 

    United States Air Forces Central           

    A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft flies towards the boom of a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Aug. 30, 2026. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tiffany A. Emery)

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    Date Taken: 08.29.2026
    Date Posted: 09.03.2026 08:53
    Photo ID: 9908695
    VIRIN: 260830-F-UV276-1262
    Resolution: 6763x4509
    Size: 6.77 MB
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    An A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) attack aircraft is receiving aerial refueling from a tanker aircraft, photographed from the boom operator's position looking down at the receiver aircraft. The A-10 bears 'TENN ANG' markings on its wings, indicating it belongs to the Tennessee Air National Guard. The aircraft displays the characteristic shark mouth nose art and the refueling boom is visibly connected to the aircraft's receptacle.
    A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) attack aircraft is captured in flight against a clear blue sky. The aircraft features the iconic shark mouth nose art and is carrying external stores on its wing pylons. Tail code 'FT' is visible, indicating assignment to the 23rd Wing at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia.
    A boom operator aboard a tanker aircraft is observed monitoring an aerial refueling operation from the rear boom operator station. Through the observation window, a large multi-engine aircraft (appearing to be a C-130 or similar transport) is visible receiving or approaching for fuel transfer via a refueling boom. The interior is dimly lit, contrasting with the bright sky visible through the window.
    A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) attack aircraft is photographed in flight against a clear blue sky. The aircraft displays distinctive shark mouth nose art and carries visible ordnance on its wing pylons. The image is a high-quality aerial photograph taken in close proximity, likely from another aircraft.
    An A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) attack aircraft is approaching a tanker aircraft for aerial refueling, photographed from the boom operator's position on the tanker. The receiving aircraft bears a shark mouth nose art and the serial number 80695. The tanker's refueling boom is visible in the foreground, marked with 'TENN ANG' indicating Tennessee Air National Guard.
    A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) is captured in a steep banking maneuver against a gray-blue sky. The aircraft features a distinctive shark mouth nose art painted on the fuselage and is carrying multiple underwing stores. The image is taken from below and slightly to the side, providing a dramatic view of the aircraft's underside and twin rear-mounted turbofan engines.
    Two U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) aircraft flying in close formation against an overcast sky. Both aircraft display shark mouth nose art and carry underwing ordnance/stores. The tail codes and markings indicate they belong to the same unit, with 'FT' tail codes and red unit designator badges visible.
    A person in what appears to be a flight suit or military uniform is gripping a control stick (joystick) inside a military aircraft cockpit. The joystick features a prominent red button on top and is mounted on a control column. The cockpit background shows instrument panels and a side window with natural light.
    A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) attack aircraft is captured in a steep banking maneuver against a clear blue sky, with what appears to be a body of water visible below. The aircraft displays the iconic shark mouth nose art and carries visible ordnance/weapons on its wing pylons. The image is a high-quality aerial photograph likely taken from another aircraft.
    A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) attack aircraft is photographed in flight from a slightly elevated angle, showing a clear top-down perspective. The aircraft is painted in a light gray scheme and carries visible ordnance on its wing hardpoints. The image was taken in clear daylight conditions against a bright blue sky.
    An A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) attack aircraft is conducting aerial refueling, connected to a tanker aircraft's refueling boom visible at the top of the frame. The A-10 features a distinctive shark mouth nose art and markings indicating it belongs to a Tennessee Air National Guard unit. The photograph is taken from the tanker aircraft looking down at the receiver aircraft against a clear blue sky.
    Two U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) aircraft flying in formation against a clear blue sky. Both aircraft display the characteristic shark mouth nose art and carry underwing ordnance/fuel tanks. The tail codes 'FT' and serial numbers 646 and 696 are visible, indicating assignment to Moody Air Force Base.
    Two military aircrew members are seated in the cockpit of a large military transport aircraft, viewed from behind. Both pilots are wearing olive drab flight suits and aviation headsets, with hands on or near the controls. The cockpit features a complex instrument panel with multiple digital displays, and the view through the windscreen shows open sky at what appears to be dusk or dawn.

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