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Fairchild AFB KC-135 Stratotanker refuels a WC-135 Constant Phoenix

U.S. Air Force Maj. Chad Smith, right, an instructor pilot assigned to the 93rd Air Refueling Squadron, passes a used light bulb to U.S. Air Force Maj. Carson Fugal, center, an evaluator pilot assigned to the 97th Air Refueling Squadron, during a preflight check at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Oct. 17, 2024. Mechanical and electrical systems checks are conducted before every flight to ensure the safety of crew members, passengers and other aircraft receiving fuel. For decades, the KC-135 has been the backbone of Air Mobility Command’s air refueling capabilities around the world because of its ability to extend global reach and project U.S. air power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Gomez)
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Fairchild AFB KC-135 Stratotanker refuels a WC-135 Constant Phoenix

U.S. Air Force Maj. Chad Smith, an instructor pilot assigned to the 93rd Air Refueling Squadron performs a preflight check at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Oct. 17, 2024. Mechanical and electrical systems checks are conducted before every flight to ensure the safety of crew members, passengers and other aircraft receiving fuel. For decades, the KC-135 has been the backbone of Air Mobility Command’s air refueling capabilities around the world because of its ability to extend global reach and project U.S. air power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Gomez)
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Fairchild AFB KC-135 Stratotanker refuels a WC-135 Constant Phoenix

A KC-135 Stratotanker aircrew assigned to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and crew chiefs assigned to the 92nd Maintenance Group, perform a preflight inspection of a multi-point refueling system refueling pod at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Oct. 17, 2024. For decades, the KC-135 has been the backbone of Air Mobility Command’s air refueling capabilities around the world because of its ability to extend global reach and project U.S. air power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Gomez)
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Fairchild AFB KC-135 Stratotanker refuels a WC-135 Constant Phoenix

A WC-135 Constant Phoenix aircraft, assigned to the 55th Wing, approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft, assigned to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing, to receive in-flight refueling over Montana, Oct. 17, 2024. The WC-135 samples gaseous debris in the atmosphere to detect radioactivity in support of the Limited Nuclear Test Ban Treaty of 1963, which prohibits any nation from above ground nuclear weapons testing. The KC-135’s aerial refueling capability enables aircraft like the WC-135 to extend their mission range and duration to maximize efficiency. During this flight, both KC-135 and WC-135 pilots completed training requirements to maintain mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Gomez)
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Fairchild AFB KC-135 Stratotanker refuels a WC-135 Constant Phoenix

A KC-135 Stratotanker aircrew assigned to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and crew chiefs assigned to the 92nd Maintenance Group, perform a preflight inspection of the boom at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Oct. 17, 2024. Mechanical and electrical systems checks are conducted before every flight to ensure the safety of crew members, passengers and other aircraft receiving fuel. For decades, the KC-135 has been the backbone of Air Mobility Command’s air refueling capabilities around the world because of its ability to extend global reach and project U.S. air power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Gomez)
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Fairchild AFB KC-135 Stratotanker refuels a WC-135 Constant Phoenix

A WC-135 Constant Phoenix aircraft, assigned to the 55th Wing, approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft, assigned to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing, to receive in-flight refueling over Montana, Oct. 17, 2024. The WC-135 samples gaseous debris in the atmosphere to detect radioactivity in support of the Limited Nuclear Test Ban Treaty of 1963, which prohibits any nation from above ground nuclear weapons testing. The KC-135’s aerial refueling capability enables aircraft like the WC-135 to extend their mission range and duration to maximize efficiency. During this flight, both KC-135 and WC-135 pilots completed training requirements to maintain mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Gomez)
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Fairchild AFB KC-135 Stratotanker refuels a WC-135 Constant Phoenix

A KC-135 Stratotanker aircrew assigned to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and crew chiefs assigned to the 92nd Maintenance Group, perform a preflight inspection of the boom at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Oct. 17, 2024. Mechanical and electrical systems checks are conducted before every flight to ensure the safety of crew members, passengers and other aircraft receiving fuel. For decades, the KC-135 has been the backbone of Air Mobility Command’s air refueling capabilities around the world because of its ability to extend global reach and project U.S. air power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Gomez)
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Aircraft commander

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Eli Young, 92nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron flying crew chief, and Capt. Ryan Turner, 93rd Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, open the nose landing gear door for a preflight inspection at Royal Australian Air Force Base Amberley, Australia, Sept. 15, 2019. Turner is in the final stages of completing his aircraft commander upgrade program and prepares for final evaluation as he leads mission planning during a temporary deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jesenia Landaverde)
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Aircraft commander

Team Fairchild flying crew chiefs perform a post flight check at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Sept. 17, 2019. To become a pilot, students must understand the basics to theory of flight, air navigation, meteorology, flying directives, aircraft operating procedures and mission tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jesenia Landaverde)
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Aircraft commander

U.S. Air Force Capt. Ryan Turner, 93rd Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, and Capt. Ntungwe Sobe, 384th ARS KC-135 aircraft commander, prepare to take off at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Aug. 30, 2019. The responsibility of an aircraft commander is earned through several hours of flying and training, and can take two to three years from when pilots first gain their wings. To become a pilot, students must understand the basics to theory of flight, air navigation, meteorology, aircraft operating procedures and mission tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jesenia Landaverde)
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KC-135 Stratotanker

A KC-135 Stratotanker prepares to depart Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Oct. 30, 2016. The KC-135 provides the core aerial refueling capability for the Air Force, with four turbo fans and mounted under 35-degree wings, the KC-135 is capable of take-offs at gross weights of up to 322,5000 pounds. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Mackenzie Richardson)
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