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U.S., Japan Conduct Aerial Integration Exercise

A B-1B Lancer assigned to the 28th Bomb Wing, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron to receive fuel over the Sea of Japan, Aug. 30, 2023. Two B-1B Lancers integrated with Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2 fighters during a bilateral bomber exercise, demonstrating our steadfast commitment to the stability and security throughout the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dwane Young)
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U.S., Japan Conduct Aerial Integration Exercise

A B-1B Lancer from the 28th Bomb Wing, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Sea of Japan, Aug. 30, 2023. Two B-1B Lancer bombers integrated with Japan Air Self-Defense Force, exemplifying our alliance's ability to quickly and decisively respond to threats against Japan and the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dwane Young)
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U.S., Japan Conduct Aerial Integration Exercise

U.S. Air Force Capt. Andrew Sanchez, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, makes flight adjustments to a KC-135 Stratotanker during an aerial refueling mission over the Sea of Japan, Aug. 30, 2023. The KC-135 provided refueling capabilities to U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bombers flying in support of bilateral bomber exercise with Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2 fighters, reinforcing the U.S. and Japan’s commitment to a Free and Open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dwane Young)
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U.S., Japan Conduct Aerial Integration Exercise

A B-1B Lancer from the 28th Bomb Wing, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Sea of Japan, Aug. 30, 2023. Two B-1B Lancer bombers flew a CONUS-to-CONUS mission to support Pacific Air Forces’ strategic deterrence mission and demonstrate joint force capability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dwane Young)
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Long range bombers showcase air superiority over Pacific

A U.S. Air Force 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron B-1B Lancer approaches a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during a flight over the Pacific Ocean, March 19, 2023. Bomber missions contribute to joint force lethality and deter aggression in the Indo-Pacific by demonstrating the U.S. Air Force’s ability to operate anywhere in the world at any time in support of the National Defense Strategy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Long range bombers showcase air superiority over Pacific

A U.S. Air Force 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron B-1B Lancer receives fuel from a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during a flight over the Pacific Ocean, March 19, 2023. Aerial missions support sustained regional stability in the Indo-Pacific by demonstrating the U.S. Air Force’s ability to deter aggression in support of Allied and partner nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Long range bombers showcase air superiority over Pacific

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Zachary Priest, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, delivers fuel to a 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron B-1B Lancer during a flight over the Pacific Ocean, March 19, 2023. 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 Jessi Roth)
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Long range bombers showcase air superiority over Pacific

A U.S. Air Force 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron B-1B Lancer approaches a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during a flight over the Pacific Ocean, March 19, 2023. The United States’ steadfast commitment to security and stability of the Indo-Pacific region remains unchanged. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Long range bombers showcase air superiority over Pacific

A U.S. Air Force 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron B-1B Lancer approaches a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during a flight over the Pacific Ocean, March 19, 2023. Bomber missions contribute to joint force lethality and deter aggression in the Indo-Pacific by demonstrating the U.S. Air Force’s ability to operate anywhere in the world at any time in support of the National Defense Strategy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Long range bombers showcase air superiority over Pacific

A U.S. Air Force 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron B-1B Lancer receives fuel from a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during a flight over the Pacific Ocean, March 19, 2023. In order to provide a safe, secure, effective and ready strategic deterrent, U.S. forces must be ready to respond to regional threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Long range bombers showcase air superiority over Pacific

U.S. Air Force Capt. Steven Lau, left, and Capt. Jessica Wallander, 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilots, fly over the Pacific Ocean during a refueling mission, March 19, 2023. 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 Jessi Roth)
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Long range bombers showcase air superiority over Pacific

U.S. Air Force Capt. Steven Lau, a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, and a crew chief assigned to the 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, conduct pre-flight checks prior to a refueling mission at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 19, 2023. The 909th ARS is the premiere force for aerial refueling operations in the Indo-Pacific theater, supporting U.S. forces and regional allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Long range bombers showcase air superiority over Pacific

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron is parked on the flightline prior to a refueling mission at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 19, 2023. The KC-135 Stratotanker provides the core aerial refueling capability for the Department of Defense, supporting the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and allied nation aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Bombers showcase long range deterrence over Pacific

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 50th Air Refueling Squadron, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, during a Bomber Task Force mission over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 17, 2023. The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command routinely and visibly demonstrates commitment to Allies and partners through the employment of military forces, demonstrating strategic predictability while becoming more operationally unpredictable to adversaries. The 50th ARS and the 909th ARS refueled four B-1B Lancers during this Bomber Task Force mission, including those that participated in the Aero India 2023 aerospace exhibition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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Bombers showcase long range deterrence over Pacific

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 50th Air Refueling Squadron, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, during a Bomber Task Force mission over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 17, 2023. Bomber Task Force missions support the National Defense Strategy objectives of integrated deterrence and building enduring advantages, enabling strategic bombers to operate forward from a broad array of overseas and continental U.S. locations with greater operational resilience. The 50th ARS and the 909th ARS refueled four B-1B Lancers during this Bomber Task Force mission, including those that participated in the Aero India 2023 aerospace exhibition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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Bombers showcase long range deterrence over Pacific

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 50th Air Refueling Squadron, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, during a Bomber Task Force mission over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 17, 2023. Together with our Allies and partners, the United States is dedicated to maintaining a region of nations that adhere to the international rule of law. The 50th ARS and the 909th ARS refueled four B-1B Lancers during this Bomber Task Force mission, including those that participated in the Aero India 2023 aerospace exhibition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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909th ARS refuel B-1B Lancers over Pacific

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 37th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, departs from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan, after receiving aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 10, 2023. Bomber missions demonstrate the credibility of our forces to address a complex and uncertain security environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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909th ARS refuel B-1B Lancers over Pacific

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nasia Harris observes Senior Airman Seth Amiott, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operators, as he prepares for aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 10, 2023. Aircrews routinely fly missions aimed at sharpening the necessary skills needed to respond to emerging situations at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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909th ARS refuel B-1B Lancers over Pacific

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alec Gomez, 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron avionics specialist, oversees KC-135 Stratotanker preflight checks at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 10, 2023. The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command routinely and visibly demonstrates commitment to our allies and partners through the employment of our military forces, demonstrating strategic predictability, while becoming more operationally unpredictable to adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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909th ARS refuel B-1B Lancers over Pacific

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jared Smithson, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, speaks to his co-pilot mid-flight over the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 10, 2023. Aircrews routinely fly missions aimed at sharpening the necessary skills needed to respond to emerging situations at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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