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909th ARS refuels Eagles, Raptors

U.S. Air Force Capt. Alejandro Rodriguez, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, starts the engines of a KC-135 Stratotanker at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 30, 2022. The 909th ARS executed rapid deployment of KC-135s, displaying Kadena’s commitment to ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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909th ARS refuels Eagles, Raptors

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron sits on the flight line prior to engine start at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 30, 2022. The 909th ARS executed rapid deployment of KC-135s, displaying Kadena’s commitment to ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Aerial refueling keeps Eagles in flight

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle assigned to the 18th Wing conducts aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, Nov. 22, 2022. With assistance from the KC-135, aircraft are able to stay in the air for longer durations, maximizing the capability to ensure regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Aerial refueling keeps Eagles in flight

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle assigned to the 18th Wing pulls away from a KC-135 Stratotanker after aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, Nov. 22, 2022. The KC-135 delivers global aerial refueling capability to support joint and coalition aircraft throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Aerial refueling keeps Eagles in flight

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jason Duckett, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, refuels an F-15C Eagle over the Pacific Ocean, Nov. 22, 2022. With assistance from the KC-135 Stratotanker, aircraft are able to stay in the air for longer durations, maximizing the capability to ensure regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Aerial refueling keeps Eagles in flight

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle assigned to the 18th Wing lines up with the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker to receive aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, Nov. 22, 2022. The KC-135 delivers global aerial refueling capability to support joint and coalition aircraft throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Aerial refueling keeps Eagles in flight

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle assigned to the 18th Wing approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker to conduct aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, Nov. 22, 2022. With assistance from the KC-135, aircraft are able to stay in the air for longer durations, maximizing the capability to ensure regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Aerial refueling keeps Eagles in flight

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker casts a shadow on the clouds over the Pacific Ocean, Nov. 22, 2022. The KC-135 delivers global aerial refueling capability to support joint and coalition aircraft throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Guardians of the Pacific

A U.S. Air Force 37th Expeditionary Bomber Squadron B-1B Lancer, assigned to Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., conducts air-to-air refueling training with a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker, assigned to Kadena Air Base, Japan, over the vicinity of the East China Sea, Sept. 18, 2017. The B-1B is a long-range, multi-role heavy bomber is capable of intercontinental flight at more than 30,000 feet, carrying a weapons payload of 75,000 lbs., and its synthetic aperture radar can track and engage moving vehicles with self-targeting and terrain-following modes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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Guardians of the Pacific

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Bruce Freed, 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker boom operator, spots an aircraft during approach procedures during air-to-air refueling operations over the vicinity of the East China Sea Sept. 18, 2017. The 909th ARS conducted refueling operations with 37th Expeditionary Bomber Squadron B-1B Lancers, assigned to Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D.. This type of training enhances interoperability between wings and enables stronger integration of forces protecting U.S. and allied interests throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific Theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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Guardians of the Pacific

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Bruce Freed, 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker boom operator, manipulates boom controls during air-to-air refueling operations over the vicinity of the East China Sea Sept. 18, 2017. The 909th ARS conducts around-the-clock joint and bilateral training in support of all air operations units dedicated to protecting the Indo-Asia Pacific Theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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Guardians of the Pacific

A U.S. Air Force 37th Expeditionary Bomber Squadron B-1B Lancer, assigned to Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., receives fuel from a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker, assigned to Kadena Air Base, Japan, over the vicinity of the East China Sea, Sept. 18, 2017. The Lancer serves as premier platform for America’s long-range bomber force, carrying the largest conventional payload of guided and unguided weapons in the Air Force inventory. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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Guardians of the Pacific

U.S. Air Force 37th Expeditionary Bomber Squadron B-1B Lancers, assigned to Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., receive fuel from a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker, assigned to Kadena Air Base, Japan, over the vicinity of the East China Sea, Sept. 18, 2017. The multi-mission B-1B is America’s premier long-range bomber, capable of carrying the largest payload of Air Force weapons against any adversary, anywhere in the world, at any time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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Kadena 909th ARS refuels USS Carl Vinson Super Hornets and Growlers

U.S. Air Force Captains Marissa Strauss and Tyler Branyan, 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilots, conduct a preflight check prior to a sortie Feb. 27, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 909th ARS supported the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) with training and refueling operations during the carrier’s regularly scheduled Western Pacific deployment with the Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group as part of the U.S. Pacific Fleet-led initiative to extend the command and control functions of the U.S. 3rd Fleet in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft/Released)
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Full Throttle: 909th AMU conducts power run

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Weston Rutherford, 909th Aircraft Maintenance Unit aerospace propulsion apprentice, watches for discrepancies outside a KC-135R Stratotanker during an engine power run Feb. 16, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Rutherford looks for discrepancies such as leaks, smoke or damage during the power run. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Full Throttle: 909th AMU conducts power run

The flight instrument panel fluctuates during a KC-135R Stratotanker engine power run Feb. 16, 2017, at Kadena Air Force Base, Japan. The 909th Aircraft Maintenance Unit’s aerospace propulsion technicians conduct engine power runs to test how the KC-135’s systems handle at higher engine levels. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Full Throttle: 909th AMU conducts power run

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Nicholas Jaeger, 909th Aircraft Maintenance Unit aerospace propulsion craftsman, rests his hand on the throttle while performing a power run for a KC-135R Stratotanker Feb. 16, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Jaeger pushes the engines to 80 percent power to test the aircrafts systems at high power output. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Full Throttle: 909th AMU conducts power run

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Nicholas Jaeger and Airman 1st Class Bradley Romaker, 909th Aircraft Maintenance Unit aerospace propulsion technicians, prepare an auxiliary power unit onboard a KC-135R Stratotanker Feb. 16, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The auxiliary power unit is one method used to provide power to the aircraft while on the ground. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Full Throttle: 909th AMU conducts power run

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Nicholas Jaeger, 909th Aircraft Maintenance Unit aerospace propulsion craftsman, documents maintenance on the KC-135R Stratotanker Feb. 16, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Aircraft maintainers constantly document any discrepancies and repairs performed during maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Full Throttle: 909th AMU conducts power run

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Bradley Romaker, 909th Aircraft Maintenance Unit aerospace propulsion journeyman, plugs a communications line into a KC-135R Stratotanker during maintenance Feb. 16, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Maintainers on the flightline use the communications line to communicate from outside to inside the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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