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Air Refueling: Power beyond the horizon

A U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, Japan, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, over the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 27, 2025. The continuous rotation of aircraft to Kadena ensures the 18th Wing remains flexible and postured to deliver lethal and credible airpower to deter acts of aggression. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Air Refueling: Power beyond the horizon

A U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, flies alongside a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, following air refueling operations over the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 27, 2025. The KC-135 Stratotanker is a unique asset that enhances the Air Force's capability to accomplish its primary mission of global reach through aerial refueling. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Air Refueling: Power beyond the horizon

A U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, flies over the Pacific Ocean after an aerial refueling, Oct. 27, 2025. As the Keystone of the Pacific, Kadena is a pivotal hub for Agile Combat Employment, which allows units to project combat power in concert with U.S. allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Air Refueling: Power beyond the horizon

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Caleb Mills, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, prepares to fuel aircraft over the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 27, 2025. Air refueling serves as a force multiplier, enabling assets to extend their operational endurance beyond their normal ranges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Air Refueling: Power beyond the horizon

A U.S. Air Force B1-B Lancer assigned to the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, over the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 27, 2025. Aerial refueling capabilities are vital for sustaining long range operations in defense of the Indo-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Air Refueling: Power beyond the horizon

A U.S. Air Force B1-B Lancer assigned to the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, prepares to receive fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, over the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 27, 2025. 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 Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Air Refueling: Power beyond the horizon

U.S. Air Force Capt. Max Kaslon, 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, conducts pre-flight checks at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 27, 2025. The KC-135 is the premier long-term aircraft that provides aerial refueling capabilities for the U.S. Air Force, effectively supporting peacetime operations and all levels of conflict in the Indo-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Air Refueling: Power beyond the horizon

U.S. Air Force Capt. Max Kaslon, left, and Capt. Wil Andahazy, 909th Air Refueling squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilots, discuss mission requirements before takeoff at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 27, 2025. Aerial refueling allows aircraft to extend flight duration without needing to land to refuel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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A riveting refuel of 82nd RS RC-135 Rivot Joint

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jordan Barker, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, waits in the boom pod of a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Pacific Ocean, March 31, 2025. Boom operators directly control the metal arm located in the rear of refueling aircraft, commonly known as the boom, to provide aerial refueling to joint and Allied aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)
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A riveting refuel of 82nd RS RC-135 Rivot Joint

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jordan Barker, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, refuels a RC-135 Rivet Joint assigned to the 82nd Reconnaissance Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, March 31, 2025. 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 Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)
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A riveting refuel of 82nd RS RC-135 Rivot Joint

A U.S. Air Force RC-135 Rivet Joint assigned to the 82nd Reconnaissance Squadron approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron to receive aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, March 31, 2025. The RC-135 supports theater and national level consumers with near real-time, on-scene intelligence collection, analysis and dissemination capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)
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A riveting refuel of 82nd RS RC-135 Rivot Joint

A U.S. Air Force RC-135 Rivet Joint assigned to the 82nd Reconnaissance Squadron approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron to receive aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, March 31, 2025. The primary mission for the 82nd RS is to provide vital intelligence to U.S. and Allied forces while securing a strategic military advantage in the Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)
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A riveting refuel of 82nd RS RC-135 Rivot Joint

A U.S. Air Force RC-135 Rivet Joint assigned to the 82nd Reconnaissance Squadron approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron to receive aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, March 31, 2025. The U.S. Air Force deploys its most advanced capabilities to the Indo-Pacific region to signify a continued commitment to regional stability and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)
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A riveting refuel of 82nd RS RC-135 Rivot Joint

U.S. Air Force Capt. Joffre Alvarez, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, performs engine start up procedures on a KC-135 Stratotanker at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 31, 2025. The 909th ARS is the U.S. Pacific Air Force’s premier unit for providing air refueling to joint and Allied aircraft throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)
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A riveting refuel of 82nd RS RC-135 Rivot Joint

U.S. Air Force Capt. Nico Ouano, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, performs engine start up procedures on a KC-135 Stratotanker at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 31, 2025. The 909th ARS is the U.S. Pacific Air Force’s premier unit for providing air refueling to joint and Allied aircraft throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)
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A riveting refuel of 82nd RS RC-135 Rivot Joint

U.S. Air Force Capt. Joffre Alvarez, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, performs engine start up procedures on a KC-135 Stratotanker at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 31, 2025. Kadena conducts operations in support of the defense of Japan and to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)
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A riveting refuel of 82nd RS RC-135 Rivot Joint

U.S. Air Force Capt. Joffre Alvarez, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, conducts pre-flight checks on a KC-135 Stratotanker at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 31, 2025. Kadena conducts operations in support of the defense of Japan and to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)
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A riveting refuel of 82nd RS RC-135 Rivot Joint

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron review KC-135 Stratotanker maintenance records at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 31, 2025. The 909th ARS is the U.S. Pacific Air Force’s premier unit for providing air refueling to joint and Allied aircraft throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)
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A riveting refuel of 82nd RS RC-135 Rivot Joint

A U.S. Air Force RC-135 Rivet Joint assigned to the 82nd Reconnaissance Squadron conducts aerial refueling with a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, March 31, 2025. The RC-135 supports theater and national level consumers with near real-time, on-scene intelligence collection, analysis and dissemination capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)
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34th BS conducts BTF in the Pacific

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jordan Barker, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, prepares for aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 15, 2025. The U.S. remains committed to peace and prosperity throughout the Indo-Pacific region alongside our allies, together acting as the cornerstone of regional peace and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cedrique Oldaker)
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