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Next-generation air tankers arrive in CENTCOM AOR

A U.S. Air Force 378th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron Airman unloads cargo from a 77th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron KC-46A Pegasus aircraft within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 8, 2026. The KC-46A advances logistics support by expanding the 378th Air Expeditionary Wing’s cargo capability across the area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)
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Next-generation air tankers arrive in CENTCOM AOR

Two U.S. Air Force 378th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron Airmen unload cargo from a 77th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron KC-46A Pegasus aircraft within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 8, 2026. The KC-46A advances regional air mobility by delivering expanded cargo capacity for ongoing and future operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)
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Next-generation air tankers arrive in CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Air Force 378th Air Expeditionary Wing and 77th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron leadership greet a 77th EARS Airman as he exits a KC-46A Pegasus aircraft within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 8, 2026. 77th EARS Airmen conduct KC-46A operations that bring increased refueling, cargo, and aeromedical evacuation capability to the AOR (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)
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Next-generation air tankers arrive in CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Air Force 77th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron Airmen exit a 77th EARS KC-46A Pegasus aircraft within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 8, 2026. 77th EARS Airmen operate and maintain the KC-46A to support air refueling missions across the area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)
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Next-generation air tankers arrive in CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Air Force 378th Air Expeditionary Wing and 77th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron leadership greet 77th EARS Airmen as they exit a KC-46A Pegasus aircraft within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 8, 2026. The 77th EARS combines active-duty and reserve Airmen to deliver integrated tanker operations in CENTCOM. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)
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Next-generation air tankers arrive in CENTCOM AOR

A U.S. Air Force 77th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron KC-46A Pegasus aircraft lands within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 8, 2026. The KC-46A’s arrival marks the first time the platform operates under the 378th Air Expeditionary Wing, adding modern refueling capability to the theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)
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Next-generation air tankers arrive in CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Air Force 378th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron Airmen unload a 77th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron KC-46A Pegasus aircraft within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 6, 2026. The aircraft strengthens air mobility across the theater by adding expanded cargo capacity for mission support. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)
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Next-generation air tankers arrive in CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Jordan Rodgers, 378th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron transient alert non-commissioned officer in charge, marshals a 77th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron KC-46A Pegasus aircraft to a parking space within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 6, 2026. The arrival of the KC-46A introduces the Air Force’s newest tanker platform to the 378th Air Expeditionary Wing and expands air refueling capability across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)
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KC-135 Stratotankers take off in support of operations within CENTCOM AOR

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 91st Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron flies within the U.S Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 1, 2025. Providing air refueling support to aircraft in the CENTCOM AOR enhances the Air Force’s ability to project power and respond to emerging threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Violette Hosack)
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KC-135 Stratotankers take off in support of operations within CENTCOM AOR

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 91st Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron takes off within the U.S Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 1, 2025. Providing air refueling support to aircraft in the CENTCOM AOR enhances the Air Force’s ability to project power and respond to emerging threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Violette Hosack)
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KC-135 Stratotankers take off in support of operations within CENTCOM AOR

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 91st Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron taxis within the U.S Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 1, 2025. Multiple KC-135s provided aerial refueling support to U.S. aircraft, extending their operational reach to complete their missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Violette Hosack)
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KC-135 Stratotankers take off in support of operations within CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotankers assigned to the 91st Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron taxis within the U.S Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 1, 2025. Multiple KC-135s provided aerial refueling support to U.S. aircraft, extending their operational reach to complete their missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Violette Hosack)
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KC-135 Stratotankers take off in support of operations within CENTCOM AOR

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 91st Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron taxis within the U.S Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 1, 2025. Multiple KC-135 aircraft took off in support of operations within the CENTCOM AOR providing critical aerial refueling support. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Violette Hosack)
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KC-135 Stratotankers take off in support of operations within CENTCOM AOR

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 91st Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron taxis within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 1, 2025. The KC-135 has provided air refueling support for U.S. and coalition forces for more than 60 years, extending U.S. global reach and enabling peace and stability throughout multiple AORs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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KC-135 Stratotankers take off in support of operations within CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotankers assigned to the 91st Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron taxi within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 1, 2025. The KC-135's aerial refueling capability allows aircraft to fly longer distances without having to land, making it an essential asset for supporting long-range operations in the CENTCOM AOR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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KC-135 Stratotankers take off in support of operations within CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Violette Hosack, 379th Air Expeditionary Wing public affairs specialist, photographs a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 91st Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron as it taxi’s within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 1, 2025. PA specialists play a vital role in communicating the Air Force’s mission. From planning to execution to delivering lessons learned, PA captures and delivers historical documentation and other communication products. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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KC-135 Stratotankers take off in support of operations within CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Violette Hosack, 379th Air Expeditionary Wing public affairs specialist, photographs a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 91st Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron as it taxi’s within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 1, 2025. PA specialists play a vital role in communicating the Air Force’s mission. From planning to execution to delivering lessons learned, PA captures and delivers historical documentation and other communication products. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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9th Air Force brings next generation of air refueling to the region

U.S. Air Force aircrew assigned to the 305th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron (EARS) pose for a photo in front of a KC-46A Pegasus within the U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) area of responsibility, Oct. 8, 2024. The EARS aircrew conducted the first KC-46A operational sortie within the USCENTCOM region innovating refueling, cargo and aeromedical evacuation capabilities with next generation technology. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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9th Air Force brings next generation of air refueling to the region

U.S. Air Force aircrew assigned to the 305th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron (EARS) exits a KC-46A Pegasus within the U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) area of responsibility (AOR), Oct. 8, 2024. The aircrew flew the inaugural KC-46A operational sortie flight within the USCENTCOM AOR. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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9th Air Force brings next generation of air refueling to the region

A U.S. Air Force aircrew member assigned to the 305th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron (EARS) prepares to exit a KC-46A Pegasus within the U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) area of responsibility, Oct. 8, 2024. The 305th EARS conducted the first KC-46A operational sortie within the USCENTCOM region. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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