The KC-135’s primary role is aerial refueling and cargo transportation. It has the versatility to refuel many different aircraft from various countries to enhance the global reach of the U.S. military and its NATO allies and regional partners.
The F-15s involved in the training were from the 142nd Fighter Wing, Oregon Air National Guard and 104th Fighter Wing, Massachusetts Air National Guard on a rotational deployment as part of a Theater Security Package in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve.
Since 2015, the U.S. Air Force schedules and deploys force packages of fighters and tankers throughout the U.S. European Command area of responsibility. TSP deployments to Europe vary in length and are supported with total force aircraft and Airmen from stateside units.
Date Taken: | 03.22.2018 |
Date Posted: | 03.22.2018 10:30 |
Story ID: | 270219 |
Location: | NL |
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