Bomber refueling over Atlantic demonstrates strategic presence

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit from the 509th Bomb Wing at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England, to receive fuel over the Atlantic Ocean, Feb. 7, 2024. Strategic bomber missions enhance the readiness and training necessary to respond to any potential crisis or challenge across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Campbell)

By Airman 1st Class Christopher Campbell ,  100th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs RAF Mildenhall, Suffolk, United Kingdom Feb 09, 2024
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