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Fairchild Showcases RTIC system during a Congressional delegation flight

Gen. Mike Minihan, Air Mobility Command commander, describes the importance of the Real-Time Information in the Cockpit system to Congressional staff members during a Congressional delegation flight out of Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, July 22, 2024. Minihan and Chief Master Sgt. Jamie Newman, AMC command chief, hosted a Congressional delegation aboard a KC-135 Stratotanker to demonstrate the importance of connectivity across the mobility fleet. The Fairchild Air Force Base KC-135, equipped with a RTIC data link system, conducted a refueling mission with F-16s and a KC-46 while showcasing the RTIC system’s capabilities. The demonstration was completed ahead of Minihan’s testimony to House Armed Services Committee subcommittee for Seapower and Projection Forces where he provided an informational update on mobility aircraft connectivity capabilities, crucial in today’s security environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Clare Werner)
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Fairchild Showcases RTIC system during a Congressional delegation flight

Gen. Mike Minihan, right, Air Mobility Command commander, describes the importance of the Real-Time Information in the Cockpit system to Josh Stiefel, a Congressional staff member, during a Congressional delegation flight out of Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, July 22, 2024. Minihan and Chief Master Sgt. Jamie Newman, AMC command chief, hosted a Congressional delegation aboard a KC-135 Stratotanker to demonstrate the importance of connectivity across the mobility fleet. The Fairchild Air Force Base KC-135, equipped with a RTIC data link system, conducted a refueling mission with F-16s and a KC-46 while showcasing the RTIC system’s capabilities. The demonstration was completed ahead of Minihan’s testimony to House Armed Services Committee subcommittee for Seapower and Projection Forces where he provided an informational update on mobility aircraft connectivity capabilities, crucial in today’s security environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Clare Werner)
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Fairchild Showcases RTIC system during a Congressional delegation flight

Master Sgt. Kyle Bone, lower right, command manager of the Air Mobility Command Airborne Mission Systems program, demonstrates the Real-Time Information in the Cockpit system during a Congressional delegation flight out of Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, July 22, 2024. Gen. Mike Minihan, AMC commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Jamie Newman, AMC command chief, hosted a Congressional delegation aboard a KC-135 Stratotanker to demonstrate the importance of connectivity across the mobility fleet. The Fairchild Air Force Base KC-135, equipped with a RTIC data link system, conducted a refueling mission with F-16s and a KC-46 while showcasing the RTIC system’s capabilities. The demonstration was completed ahead of Minihan’s testimony to House Armed Services Committee subcommittee for Seapower and Projection Forces where he provided an informational update on mobility aircraft connectivity capabilities, crucial in today’s security environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Clare Werner)
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Fairchild Showcases RTIC system during a Congressional delegation flight

Tech. Sgt. Robert Kniveton, left, an in-flight refueling specialist assigned to the 97th Air Refueling Squadron, delivers a pre-flight passenger brief at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, July 22, 2024. Gen. Mike Minihan, Air Mobility Command commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Jamie Newman, AMC command chief, hosted a Congressional delegation aboard a KC-135 Stratotanker to demonstrate the importance of connectivity across the mobility fleet. The Fairchild Air Force Base KC-135, equipped with a Real-Time Information in the Cockpit data link system, conducted a refueling mission with F-16s and a KC-46 while showcasing the RTIC system’s capabilities. The demonstration was completed ahead of Minihan’s testimony to House Armed Services Committee subcommittee for Seapower and Projection Forces where he provided an informational update on mobility aircraft connectivity capabilities, crucial in today’s security environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Clare Werner)
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Fairchild AFB conducts no-notice NORI

Airmen assigned to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing drive to the flightline during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 17, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI from July 16 - 18, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned strategic bombers and command and control aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen at Fairchild AFB are always postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections directly support the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Clare Werner)
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Fairchild AFB conducts no-notice NORI

Airmen assigned to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing sprint towards a vehicle during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 17, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI from July 16 - 18, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned strategic bombers and command and control aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen at Fairchild AFB are always postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections directly support the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Clare Werner)
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Fairchild AFB conducts no-notice NORI

Tech. Sgt. Taryn Dennison, left, and Senior Airman Blake Witzel, flying crew chiefs assigned to the 92nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, perform pre-flight operations on a KC-135 Stratotanker during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 17, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI from July 16 - 18, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 Stratotanker aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned nuclear-capable bombers and Nuclear Command, Control and Communication aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen are always postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections directly support the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stassney Davis)
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Fairchild AFB conducts no-notice NORI

Airmen assigned to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing sprint towards a KC-135 Stratotanker during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 17, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI from July 16 - 18, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 Stratotanker aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned nuclear-capable bombers and Nuclear Command, Control and Communication aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen are always postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections directly support the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stassney Davis)
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Fairchild AFB conducts no-notice NORI

Staff Sgt. Makenna Glotfelty, an installation patrolman assigned to the 92nd Security Forces Squadron, patrols the perimeter of a facility during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 16, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI from July 16 - 18, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 Stratotanker aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned nuclear-capable bombers and Nuclear Command, Control and Communication aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen are always postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections directly support the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stassney Davis)
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Fairchild AFB conducts no-notice NORI

Staff Sgt. Damien Dennis, a military working dog handler assigned to the 92nd Security Forces Squadron, sweeps the outside of the Alert facility with his K-9 partner Ggumula, a MWD, during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 16, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI from July 16 - 18, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 Stratotanker aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned nuclear-capable bombers and Nuclear Command, Control and Communication aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen are always postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections directly support the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stassney Davis)
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Fairchild AFB conducts no-notice NORI

Defenders assigned to the 92nd Security Forces Squadron perform a security sweep on the flightline during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 16, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI from July 16 - 18, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 Stratotanker aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned nuclear-capable bombers and Nuclear Command, Control and Communication aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen are always postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections directly support the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stassney Davis)
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Fairchild AFB conducts no-notice NORI

Senior Airman Augustin Rios, a crew chief assigned to the 92nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, removes a KC-135 Stratotanker boom sighting window for cleaning during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 16, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI from July 16 - 18, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 Stratotanker aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned nuclear-capable bombers and Nuclear Command, Control and Communication aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen are always postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections directly support the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stassney Davis)
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Fairchild AFB conducts no-notice NORI

Airman 1st Class Vintero Edelberth, a crew chief assigned to the 92nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, services a KC-135 Stratotanker tire during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 16, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI from July 16 - 18, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 Stratotanker aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned nuclear-capable bombers and Nuclear Command, Control and Communication aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen are always postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections directly support the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stassney Davis)
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Fairchild AFB conducts no-notice NORI

Senior Airman Ryan Folger, a crew chief assigned to the 92nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, removes a KC-135 Stratotanker boom sighting window for cleaning during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 16, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI from July 16 - 18, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 Stratotanker aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned nuclear-capable bombers and Nuclear Command, Control and Communication aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen are always postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections directly support the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stassney Davis)
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Fairchild AFB Conducts No-Notice NORI

1st Lt. Williams Irons, a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot assigned to the 92nd ARS, laughs while on standby during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 17, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI between July 16 – 18, 2024, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned strategic bombers and command and control aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen at Fairchild AFB are postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections are a part of the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Matthew Arachikavitz)
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Fairchild AFB Conducts No-Notice NORI

Capt. Andrew Strother, 384th Air Refueling Squadron chief executive officer, discusses response plans while on standby during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 17, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI between July 16 – 18, 2024, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 Stratotanker aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned strategic bombers and command and control aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen at Fairchild AFB are postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections are a part of the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Matthew Arachikavitz)
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Fairchild AFB Conducts No-Notice NORI

Tech. Sgt. Taryn Dennison, a flying crew assigned to the 92nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, prepares to transport cargo during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 17, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI between July 16 – 18, 2024, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 Stratotanker aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned strategic bombers and command and control aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen at Fairchild AFB are postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections are a part of the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Matthew Arachikavitz)
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Fairchild AFB Conducts No-Notice NORI

Tech. Sgt. Taryn Dennison, a flying crew assigned to the 92nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, prepares to transport cargo during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 17, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI between July 16 – 18, 2024, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 Stratotanker aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned strategic bombers and command and control aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen at Fairchild AFB are postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections are a part of the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Matthew Arachikavitz)
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Fairchild AFB Conducts No-Notice NORI

1st Lt. Colton Wells, a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot assigned to the 93rd Air Refueling Squadron, poses for a post-flight photo during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 17, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI between July 16 – 18, 2024, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned strategic bombers and command and control aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen at Fairchild AFB are postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections are a part of the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Matthew Arachikavitz)
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Fairchild AFB Conducts No-Notice NORI

1st Lt. Colton Wells, a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot assigned to the 93rd Air Refueling Squadron, offloads cargo after a flight during a no-notice Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, July 17, 2024. Air Mobility Command's Inspector General team conducted the no-notice NORI between July 16 – 18, 2024, during which the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW received same-day notification of the evaluation of the base's capability to perform as a nuclear support unit. Various capabilities at Fairchild AFB enable units to generate and provide, when directed, specially trained and equipped KC-135 aircrews to conduct critical air refueling of U.S. Strategic Command-assigned strategic bombers and command and control aircraft. No-notice inspections validate that Airmen at Fairchild AFB are postured and ready with a credible force to assure, deter and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. No-notice and limited-notice operational readiness assessments and inspections are a part of the plans unveiled by senior Department of the Air Force leaders as the force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Matthew Arachikavitz)
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