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U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotankers support operations within USCENTCOM

A U.S. Air Force pilot (left) and maintainer perform pre-flight inspections on a KC-135 Stratotanker in order to support operations within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 1, 2024. The KC-135 has provided air refueling support for U.S. and coalition forces for more than 60 years, extending U.S. global reach. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotankers support operations within USCENTCOM

A U.S. Air Force pilot (left) and maintainer analyze the inside of a KC-135 Stratotanker to support operations within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 1, 2024. Pilots work hand-in-hand with maintenance personnel to ensure the aircraft is capable of delivering air refueling support. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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KC-135 Maintenance; A Family Business

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Matthew Kuspa, 91st Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron senior enlisted leader of maintenance, left, and his son, Airman 1st Class Joshua Kuspa, 91st EARS crew chief, discuss maintenance procedures within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Sept. 26, 2024. The father-son duo represents three generations of KC-135 maintenance experience. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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KC-135 Maintenance; A Family Business

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Matthew Kuspa, 91st Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron senior enlisted leader of maintenance, left, instructs his son, Airman 1st Class Joshua Kuspa, 91st EARS crew chief, within the U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) area of responsibility (AOR), Sept. 26, 2024. The father-son duo deployed from the 128th Air Refueling Wing, General Mitchell Field, Wisconsin, in support of ongoing operations within the USCENTCOM AOR. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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KC-135 Maintenance; A Family Business

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Matthew Kuspa, 91st Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron senior enlisted leader (SEL) of maintenance, right, instructs his son, Airman 1st Class Joshua Kuspa, 91st EARS crew chief, left, within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Sept. 26, 2024. As a father and SEL, Matthew has a unique responsibility to hold his son accountable professionally and personally. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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KC-135 Maintenance; A Family Business

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joshua Kuspa, 91st Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron (EARS) crew chief, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Matthew Kuspa, 91st EARS senior enlisted leader of maintenance, pose for a photo in front of a KC-135 Stratotanker within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Sept. 26, 2024. The father-son duo represents three generations of KC-135 maintenance experience. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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KC-135 Maintenance; A Family Business

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joshua Kuspa, 91st Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron (EARS) crew chief, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Matthew Kuspa, 91st EARS senior enlisted leader of maintenance, pose for a photo in front of a KC-135 Stratotanker within the U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) area of responsibility (AOR), Sept. 26, 2024. The father-son duo deployed from the 128th Air Refueling Wing, General Mitchell Field, Wisconsin, in support of ongoing operations within the USCENTCOM AOR. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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The end of an era; the 350th EARS flies last scheduled KC-135 deployment

A boom operator assigned to the 350th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron poses for a photo at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area or responsibility, May 29, 2024. The 350th EARS, more commonly known as the “Red Falcons,” trace their lineage back to the 100th Bombardment Group, or the “Bloody Hundredth,” formed during World War II. The 100th BG and their stories were recently popularized in the television show “Masters of the Air.” (U.S. Air Force photo)
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The end of an era; the 350th EARS flies last scheduled KC-135 deployment

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker approaches a runway for landing at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 27, 2023. The KC-135 Stratotanker provides the core aerial refueling capability for the U.S. Air Force and has excelled in this role for more than 60 years. The KC-135 is deployed within U.S. CENTCOM to help defend U.S. interests, promote regional security, and deter aggression in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Alexander Cook)
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378 EMDS exercise critical care capabilities

U.S. Air Force 378th Expeditionary Medical Squadron participates in an aeromedical evacuation exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 19, 2024. This exercise demonstrated mission readiness to operate in different environments, maximizing our collective strength to tackle real-world crises. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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378 EMDS exercise critical care capabilities

U.S. Air Force 378th Expeditionary Medical Squadron participates in an aeromedical evacuation exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 19, 2024. The U.S. Air Force regularly tests and evaluates the readiness of strategic assets to ensure our deterrence commitments are strong and credible. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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378 EMDS exercise critical care capabilities

U.S. Air Force 378th Expeditionary Medical Squadron participates in an aeromedical evacuation exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 19, 2024. The U.S. Air Force regularly tests and evaluates the readiness of strategic assets to ensure our deterrence commitments are strong and credible. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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378 EMDS exercise critical care capabilities

U.S. Air Force 378th Expeditionary Medical Squadron participates in an aeromedical evacuation exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 19, 2024. This exercise demonstrated mission readiness to operate in different environments, maximizing our collective strength to tackle real-world crises. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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378 EMDS exercise critical care capabilities

U.S. Air Force 378th Expeditionary Medical Squadron participates in an aeromedical evacuation exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 19, 2024. The U.S. Air Force is globally postured to protect and defend freedom of coalition allies and regional partners to maintain peace and stability across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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378 EMDS exercise critical care capabilities

U.S. Air Force 378th Expeditionary Medical Squadron participates in an aeromedical evacuation exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 19, 2024. The U.S. Air Force is globally postured to protect and defend freedom of coalition allies and regional partners to maintain peace and stability across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Additional KC-135s arrive in USCENTCOM AOR

A U.S. Air Force Airman prepares to perform a post-flight inspection on a KC-135 Stratotanker at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 29, 2023. The U.S. and partner nations maintain a highly agile fighting force, leveraging the most advanced platforms to dominate the warfighting landscape for the long-term security and stability of the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Al Udeid inner runway reopens, increases operational capabilities

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker takes off from Al-Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Nov. 1, 2023. The renovations will help improve timely combat operations for U.S. Central Command. The U.S. Air Force is globally postured to protect and defend freedom of coalition allies and regional partners within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility to maintain peace and stability across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Alexander Cook)
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Al Udeid inner runway reopens, increases operational capabilities

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker takes off on a newly reopened runway at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Nov. 1, 2023. Due to the joint efforts of the Qatari contractors and the Airmen of the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing, the project was completed two weeks early. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Additional refuelers arrive in USCENTCOM

Three U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotankers assigned to Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash., arrive at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 23, 2023. The KC-135 is responsible for providing aerial refueling, as well as rapid and reliable passenger and cargo airlift and aero-medical evacuations. The KC-135 is deployed within the USCENTCOM area of responsibility to help defend U.S. interests, promote regional security, and deter aggression in the region. These KC-135s were reassigned from MacDill AFB, Fla., to Fairchild, but the unit insignia has not been updated on the nose of the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Lawrence Sena)
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Additional refuelers arrive in USCENTCOM

Three U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotankers assigned to Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash., arrive at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 23, 2023. The KC-135 is a unique asset that enhances the Air U.S. Central Command’s ability to reach any corner of the region. The U.S. Air Force is globally postured to protect and defend freedom of coalition allies and regional partners within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility to maintain peace and stability across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Lawrence Sena)
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