A boom operator assigned to the 28th Expeditionary
Summary
A boom operator assigned to the 28th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron operates a boom to provide fuel to a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon during an aerial refueling mission in support of Operation Inherent Resolve over Iraq, Aug. 11, 2018. The KC-135 provides aerial refueling to U.S. and Coalition forces in support of Operation Inherent Resolve and Resolute Support in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. Air refueling is a vital component of flying operations, allowing aircraft to stay airborne longer and support U.S. and Coalition forces in the air and on the ground. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Burt Traynor)
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Date
11/08/2018
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Defense Visual Information Distribution Service
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