Oct. 31, 2024 9th Air Force brings next generation of air refueling to the region The first enduring U.S. Air Force KC-46A Pegasus Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron (EARS) was established in the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) area of responsibility (AOR), with aircraft deploying to the region in early October.
Oct. 9, 2024 KC-135 Maintenance: A Family Business From the outskirts of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to the heart of U.S. Central Command, a father-son duo workedhand-in-hand to enable air refueling operations that contribute to peace and security throughout the region.
Jan. 27, 2021 Enduring, resolute partners: US, Qatar conduct historic air-to-air refueling exercise For the first time ever, Qatar Emiri Air Force Rafales integrated with U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotankers during a week-long air-to-air refueling exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar.