After dark: nighttime air refueling with the E-3 Sentry

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Ryan Kemp, 18th Operations Group KC-135 branch non commissioned officer in charge, reviews his checklist during a nighttime aerial refueling mission over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 24, 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)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Melany Bermudez
VIRIN: 250924-F-BX586-1299.JPG
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NIKON Z 6_2

LENS

NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S

APERTURE

45/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/100

ISO

65535

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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