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)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Erin Currie
VIRIN: 251027-F-LO539-1004.JPG
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CAMERA

NIKON Z 6_2

LENS

NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

APERTURE

8

SHUTTERSPEED

1/1000

ISO

80

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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