KC-135 Refuels F-16s During Mission Over Middle East

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker refuels F-16 fighter jets during a mission over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility on September 16, 2026.

U.S. Airmen carry out the aerial refueling mission aboard the KC-135 Stratotanker as the aircraft provides support in the theater.

The mission demonstrates the KC-135’s role in refueling aircraft during operations across the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.