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34th BS conducts BTF in the Pacific

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 34th Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, descends after conducting aerial refueling with a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron during a Bomber Task Force mission over the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 15, 2025. Bomber missions enhance readiness, to include joint and multi-lateral, to respond to any potential crisis or challenge, demonstrating the Department of Defense’s commitment to peace and prosperity throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tylir Meyer)
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34th BS conducts BTF in the Pacific

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 34th Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, descends after conducting aerial refueling with a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron during a Bomber Task Force mission over the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 15, 2025. Bomber missions enhance readiness, to include joint and multi-lateral, to respond to any potential crisis or challenge, demonstrating the Department of Defense’s commitment to peace and prosperity throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tylir Meyer)
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909th ARS extends BTF in the Pacific

A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress assigned to the 69th Bomb Squadron, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, departs after completing aerial refueling with a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron during a Bomber Task Force mission over the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 16, 2024. Bomber missions contribute to joint force lethality and deter aggression in the Indo-Pacific region by demonstrating the U.S. Air Force’s ability to operate anywhere in the world at any time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tylir Meyer)
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909th ARS keep Hogs flying

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Zackery Yamagishi, left, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator instructor, observes Airman 1st Class Audrey Wilemon, 909th ARS boom operator, while conducting aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, April 17, 2024. Boom operators refuel aircraft from the boom pod while in flight, communicating simultaneously with the aircraft they are refueling and their own pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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909th ARS keep Hogs flying

U.S. Air Force Capt. Wyatt Lafriniere, left, and U.S. Air Force Capt. Kamden Collotzi, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilots, fly a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Pacific Ocean, April 17, 2024. The 909th ARS provides combat-ready KC-135 aircrews to support peacetime operations and all levels of conflict in the Indo-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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909th ARS keep Hogs flying

A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II assigned to the 25th Fighter Squadron, Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, flies alongside a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan, over the Pacific Ocean, April 17, 2024. The A-10 was designed for close air support of friendly ground troops, engaging armored vehicles and tanks, and providing quick-action support against enemy ground forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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909th ARS keep Hogs flying

A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II assigned to the 25th Fighter Squadron, Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, departs after receiving fuel from a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan, over the Pacific Ocean, April 17, 2024. Refueling missions extend the breadth of U.S. aerial capabilities throughout the Indo-Pacific, demonstrating the multi-domain benefit of critical deterrence missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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909th ARS keep Hogs flying

A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II assigned to the 25th Fighter Squadron, Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, receives fuel from a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan, over the Pacific Ocean, April 17, 2024. The A-10 has excellent maneuverability at low air speeds and altitude, and is a highly accurate and survivable weapons-delivery platform. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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909th ARS keep Hogs flying

A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II assigned to the 25th Fighter Squadron, Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, receives fuel from a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan, over the Pacific Ocean, April 17, 2024. The A-10 was designed for close air support of friendly ground troops, engaging armored vehicles and tanks, and providing quick-action support against enemy ground forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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909th ARS keep Hogs flying

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron and the 909th Aircraft Maintenance Unit conduct preflight checks on a KC-135 Stratotanker at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2024. In service for over 50 years, the KC-135 Stratotanker provides long-range aerial refueling support for the U.S. Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and allied aircraft; it has the capacity to offload 6,500 pounds of fuel per minute. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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909th ARS keep Hogs flying

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron and the 909th Aircraft Maintenance Unit review KC-135 Stratotanker maintenance records at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2024. Refueling missions extend the breadth of U.S. aerial capabilities throughout the Indo-Pacific, demonstrating the multi-domain benefit of critical deterrence missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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909th ARS refuels Navy P-8 Poseidon

A U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon flies away from a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan, after aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 1, 2024. Aerial refueling capabilities extend airborne training time and combat radius, ensuring joint and Allied aircraft are postured to maintain regional peace and stability within the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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909th ARS refuels Navy P-8 Poseidon

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Dave Jan Gabriel, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, celebrates after refueling a U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 1, 2024. Boom operators directly control the metal arm located in the rear of refueling aircraft, commonly known as the boom, to refuel joint and Allied aircraft in mid-air. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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909th ARS refuels Navy P-8 Poseidon

A U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon approaches a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker, assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan, to receive aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 1, 2024. Aerial refueling capabilities extend airborne training time and combat radius, ensuring U.S. and allied nation aircraft are postured to maintain regional peace and stability within the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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909th ARS refuels Navy P-8 Poseidon

A U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon approaches a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker, assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan, to receive aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 1, 2024. The 909th ARS is the Pacific Air Force's lead force for air refueling joint and Allied aircraft during all contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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909th ARS refuels Navy P-8 Poseidon

A U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon approaches a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker, assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan, to receive aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 1, 2024. The 909th ARS is the Pacific Air Force's lead force for air refueling joint and Allied aircraft during all contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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909th ARS refuels Navy P-8 Poseidon

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Dave Jan Gabriel, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, refuels a U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 1, 2024. Boom operators directly control the metal arm located in the rear of refueling aircraft, commonly known as the boom, to refuel joint and Allied aircraft in mid-air. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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909th ARS refuels Navy P-8 Poseidon

U.S. Air Force Capt. Elizabeth Luke, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, conducts pre-flight checks for a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 1, 2024. Kadena conducts operations in support of the defense of Japan, as well as U.S. efforts to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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909th ARS refuels Navy P-8 Poseidon

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 909th Aircraft Maintenance Unit review KC-135 Stratotanker maintenance records at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 1, 2024. Kadena conducts operations in support of the defense of Japan, as well as U.S. efforts to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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USAF, JASDF conduct training over East China Sea

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 354th Fighter Wing flies over the East China Sea, Oct. 17, 2023. Kadena serves as a hub for airpower in the Pacific, ensuring readiness to project force capabilities and provide support to regional allies and partners when called upon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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