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Fairchild Air Force Base demonstrates rapid generation capabilities during Royal Flush

Master Sgt. Mason Moguin, noncommissioned officer in charge of the Fairchild Air Force Base warfighting cell, checks the configurations of a Portable, Radio, Communication system during exercise Royal Flush at Eielson AFB, Alaska, May 4, 2024. During the exercise, communications Airmen validated their ability to establish command and control capabilities at an off-base location. Royal Flush was a two-part Air Mobility Command readiness exercise that evaluated the ability to rapidly respond and execute mobility fundamentals and non-standard techniques to provide global mobility at a moment’s notice. During the second part of the exercise, Team Fairchild demonstrated the ability to rapidly deploy aircraft, cargo and personnel to an unfamiliar location and immediately resumed and sustained air refueling operations without traditional support elements. This exercise demonstrated how AMC forces prepare, posture and present ready air mobility forces to support national security objectives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Clare Werner)
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Fairchild Air Force Base demonstrates rapid generation capabilities during Royal Flush

Capt. Andrea Cristiano Seazzu, a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot assigned to the 97th Air Refueling Squadron, flies over the Aleutian Islands, Alaska, during exercise Royal Flush, May 3, 2024. Aircrews traveled from Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, to Alaska to conduct airfield surveys at various locations and evaluate their sustainability for potential KC-135 missions. Royal Flush was a two-part Air Mobility Command readiness exercise that evaluated the ability to rapidly respond and execute mobility fundamentals and non-standard techniques to provide global mobility at a moment’s notice. During the second part of the exercise, Team Fairchild demonstrated the ability to rapidly deploy aircraft, cargo and personnel to an unfamiliar location and immediately resumed and sustained air refueling operations without traditional support elements. This exercise demonstrated how AMC forces prepare, posture and present ready air mobility forces to support national security objectives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Clare Werner)
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Fairchild Air Force Base demonstrates rapid generation capabilities during Royal Flush

Capt. Jacob Woodcock, a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot assigned to the 97th Air Refueling Squadron, conducts a flight checklist over the Aleutian Islands, Alaska, during exercise Royal Flush, May 3, 2024. Aircrews traveled from Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, to Alaska to conduct airfield surveys at various locations and evaluate their sustainability for potential KC-135 missions. Royal Flush was a two-part Air Mobility Command readiness exercise that evaluated the ability to rapidly respond and execute mobility fundamentals and non-standard techniques to provide global mobility at a moment’s notice. During the second part of the exercise, Team Fairchild demonstrated the ability to rapidly deploy aircraft, cargo and personnel to an unfamiliar location and immediately resumed and sustained air refueling operations without traditional support elements. This exercise demonstrated how AMC forces prepare, posture and present ready air mobility forces to support national security objectives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Clare Werner)
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Fairchild Air Force Base demonstrates rapid generation capabilities during Royal Flush

Capt. Jacob Woodcock, a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot assigned to the 97th Air Refueling Squadron, conducts a flight checklist over the Aleutian Islands, Alaska, during exercise Royal Flush, May 3, 2024. Aircrews traveled from Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, to Alaska to conduct airfield surveys at various locations and evaluate their sustainability for potential KC-135 missions. Royal Flush was a two-part Air Mobility Command readiness exercise that evaluated the ability to rapidly respond and execute mobility fundamentals and non-standard techniques to provide global mobility at a moment’s notice. During the second part of the exercise, Team Fairchild demonstrated the ability to rapidly deploy aircraft, cargo and personnel to an unfamiliar location and immediately resumed and sustained air refueling operations without traditional support elements. This exercise demonstrated how AMC forces prepare, posture and present ready air mobility forces to support national security objectives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Clare Werner)
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Fairchild Air Force Base demonstrates rapid generation capabilities during Royal Flush

Senior Airman Trae Seithalil, an in-flight refueling specialist assigned to the 97th Air Refueling Squadron, prepares to conduct an aerial refueling mission over Missouri during exercise Royal Flush, April 30, 2024. During the exercise, KC-135 aircrews validated their ability to rapidly respond and meet Royal Flush aerial refueling objectives. Royal Flush was a two-part Air Mobility Command readiness exercise that evaluated the ability to rapidly respond and execute mobility fundamentals and non-standard techniques to provide global mobility at a moment’s notice. In a 72-hour period, Fairchild Air Force Base launched 44 KC-135 sorties. This exercise represents a shift from day-to-day aerial refueling missions and planned deployments, to a time when forces could be required to launch all available assets and personnel within days’ notice. As the world’s largest tanker fleet, Team Fairchild would be among the first units to respond to any global contingency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Clare Werner)
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Fairchild Air Force Base demonstrates rapid generation capabilities during Royal Flush

Capt. Timothy Tyson, and Capt. Madison Martin, KC-135 Stratotanker pilots assigned to the 97th Air Refueling Squadron, takeoff during exercise Royal Flush at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, April 30, 2024. During the exercise, KC-135 aircrews validated their ability to rapidly respond and meet Royal Flush aerial refueling objectives. Royal Flush was a two-part Air Mobility Command readiness exercise that evaluated the ability to rapidly respond and execute mobility fundamentals and non-standard techniques to provide global mobility at a moment’s notice. In a 72-hour period, Fairchild AFB launched 44 KC-135 sorties. This exercise represents a shift from day-to-day aerial refueling missions and planned deployments, to a time when forces could be required to launch all available assets and personnel within days’ notice. As the world’s largest tanker fleet, Team Fairchild would be among the first units to respond to any global contingency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Clare Werner)
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Fairchild Air Force Base demonstrates rapid generation capabilities during Royal Flush

Capt. Madison Martin, a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot assigned to the 97th Air Refueling Squadron, conducts a pre-flight checklist during exercise Royal Flush at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, April 30, 2024. During the exercise, KC-135 aircrews validated their ability to rapidly respond and meet Royal Flush aerial refueling objectives. Royal Flush was a two-part Air Mobility Command readiness exercise that evaluated the ability to rapidly respond and execute mobility fundamentals and non-standard techniques to provide global mobility at a moment’s notice. In a 72-hour period, Fairchild AFB launched 44 KC-135 sorties. This exercise represents a shift from day-to-day aerial refueling missions and planned deployments, to a time when forces could be required to launch all available assets and personnel within days’ notice. As the world’s largest tanker fleet, Team Fairchild would be among the first units to respond to any global contingency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Clare Werner)
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Fairchild Air Force Base demonstrates rapid generation capabilities during Royal Flush

Capt. Madison Martin, a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot assigned to the 97th Air Refueling Squadron, conducts a pre-flight checklist prior to takeoff during exercise Royal Flush at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, April 30, 2024. During the exercise, KC-135 aircrews validated their ability to rapidly respond and meet Royal Flush aerial refueling objectives. Royal Flush was a two-part Air Mobility Command readiness exercise that evaluated the ability to rapidly respond and execute mobility fundamentals and non-standard techniques to provide global mobility at a moment’s notice. In a 72-hour period, Fairchild AFB launched 44 KC-135 sorties. This exercise represents a shift from day-to-day aerial refueling missions and planned deployments, to a time when forces could be required to launch all available assets and personnel within days’ notice. As the world’s largest tanker fleet, Team Fairchild would be among the first units to respond to any global contingency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Clare Werner)
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Fairchild Air Force Base demonstrates rapid generation capabilities during Royal Flush

Senior Airman Trae Seithalil, an in-flight refueling specialist assigned to the 97th Air Refueling Squadron, inspects cargo during exercise Royal Flush at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, April 30, 2024. During Royal Flush, in-flight refueling specialists had an increased responsibility to ensure they properly loaded, inspected and equipped cargo prior to takeoff. Royal Flush was a two-part Air Mobility Command readiness exercise that evaluated the ability to rapidly respond and execute mobility fundamentals and non-standard techniques to provide global mobility at a moment’s notice. In a 72-hour period, Fairchild AFB launched 44 KC-135 sorties. This exercise represents a shift from day-to-day aerial refueling missions and planned deployments, to a time when forces could be required to launch all available assets and personnel within days’ notice. As the world’s largest tanker fleet, Team Fairchild would be among the first units to respond to any global contingency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Clare Werner)
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Fairchild honorary commander orientation flight

U.S. Airmen and honorary commanders pose for a photo in front of a KC-135 Stratotanker at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, March 6, 2024. Honorary commanders attended a mission brief and orientation flight to view Fairchild AFB’s air refueling mission and capabilities. The honorary commander program pairs local civic leaders with a group or a squadron to gain a deeper insight to the Air Force and Fairchild AFB’s mission to develop well-informed advocates in the Inland Northwest community. The honorary commanders advocate for, advise and collaborate with base leaders to provide connections between Fairchild AFB and the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Haiden Morris)
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Fairchild honorary commander orientation flight

Manny Hochheimer, an honorary commander for the 92nd Operations Group, views aerial refueling of a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III during an honorary commander orientation flight over Washington state, March 6, 2024. Honorary commanders attended a mission brief and orientation flight to view Fairchild Air Force Base’s air refueling mission and capabilities. The honorary commander program pairs local civic leaders with a group or a squadron to gain a deeper insight to the Air Force and Fairchild AFB’s mission to develop well-informed advocates in the Inland Northwest community. The honorary commanders advocate for, advise and collaborate with base leaders to provide connections between Fairchild AFB and the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Haiden Morris)
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Fairchild honorary commander orientation flight

A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III prepares to receive fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker during an honorary commander orientation flight over Washington state, March 6, 2024. Honorary commanders attended a mission brief and orientation flight to view Fairchild Air Force Base’s air refueling mission and capabilities. The honorary commander program pairs local civic leaders with a group or a squadron to gain a deeper insight to the Air Force and Fairchild AFB’s mission to develop well-informed advocates in the Inland Northwest community. The honorary commanders advocate for, advise and collaborate with base leaders to provide connections between Fairchild AFB and the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Haiden Morris)
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Fairchild honorary commander orientation flight

Katherine Morgan, an Air Mobility Command civic leader, takes photos of pilots during an honorary commander orientation flight over Washington state, March 6, 2024. Honorary commanders attended a mission brief and orientation flight to view Fairchild Air Force Base’s air refueling mission and capabilities. The honorary commander program pairs local civic leaders with a group or a squadron to gain a deeper insight to the Air Force and Fairchild AFB’s mission to develop well-informed advocates in the Inland Northwest community. The honorary commanders advocate for, advise and collaborate with base leaders to provide connections between Fairchild AFB and the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Haiden Morris)
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Fairchild honorary commander orientation flight

Cally King, an honorary commander for the 92nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, looks out of the window of a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft during an honorary commander orientation flight over Washington state March 6, 2024. Honorary commanders attended a mission brief and orientation flight to view Fairchild Air Force Base’s air refueling mission and capabilities. The honorary commander program pairs local civic leaders with a group or a squadron to gain a deeper insight to the Air Force and Fairchild AFB’s mission to develop well-informed advocates in the Inland Northwest community. The honorary commanders advocate for, advise and collaborate with base leaders to provide connections between Fairchild AFB and the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Haiden Morris)
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International Women’s Day flight

U.S. Airmen, Department of Defense civilians and local news reporters pose for a group photo after a women’s orientation flight at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, March 8, 2024. The flight was held on International Women’s Day to showcase the 92nd Air Refueling Wing’s mission set and capabilities. International Women's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world to recognize women from all national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic and political backgrounds for their achievements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Haiden Morris)
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International Women’s Day flight

Sydney Charles, breaking news anchor and producer for KXLY, photographs a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III during a women’s orientation flight over Washington state, March 8, 2024. The flight was held on International Women’s Day to showcase the 92nd Air Refueling Wing’s mission set and capabilities. International Women's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world to recognize women from all national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic and political backgrounds for their achievements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Haiden Morris)
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International Women’s Day flight

A C-17 Globemaster III aircraft advances to receive fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker during a women’s orientation flight over Washington state, March 8, 2024. The flight was held on International Women’s Day to showcase the 92nd Air Refueling Wing’s mission set and capabilities. International Women's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world to recognize women from all national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic and political backgrounds for their achievements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Haiden Morris)
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International Women’s Day flight

Senior Airman Brooke Belmonte Griffin, an in-flight refueling specialist assigned to the 97th Air Refueling Squadron, refuels a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft during a women’s orientation flight over Washington state, March 8, 2024. The flight was held on International Women’s Day to showcase the 92nd Air Refueling Wing’s mission set and capabilities. International Women's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world to recognize women from all national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic and political backgrounds for their achievements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Haiden Morris)
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International Women’s Day flight

Senior Airman Brooke Belmonte Griffin, an in-flight refueling specialist assigned to the 97th Air Refueling Squadron, opens a KC-135 Stratotanker boom pod during a women’s orientation flight over Washington state, March 8, 2024. The flight was held on International Women’s Day to showcase the 92nd Air Refueling Wing’s mission set and capabilities. International Women's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world to recognize women from all national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic and political backgrounds for their achievements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Haiden Morris)
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International Women’s Day flight

Maj. Victoria Perkins, a 509th Weapons Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker academics officer, pilots a KC-135 Stratotanker during a women’s orientation flight over Washington state, March 8, 2024. The flight was held on International Women’s Day to showcase the 92nd Air Refueling Wing’s mission set and capabilities. International Women's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world to recognize women from all national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic and political backgrounds for their achievements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Haiden Morris)
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