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KC-135 Tanker Refuels F-35C Fighter Jets During Air Force Mission

📍 U.S. Central Command Area of ResponsibilityFilmed 23 Jul 2026NTA12016By Darko Manevski

Credit: 4th Combat Camera Squadron / NTA

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker conducted an aerial refueling mission supporting F-35C Lightning II fighter jets on July 11, 2026.

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker conducted an aerial refueling mission supporting F-35C Lightning II fighter jets on July 11, 2026.

The video shows the tanker aircraft in flight, including views from the boom operator’s perspective as F-35C fighters approach and connect to the refueling boom over an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.

The KC-135 Stratotankers continue providing aerial refueling support to F-35C fighters, allowing extended joint operations in the region.

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Credit: 4th Combat Camera Squadron / NTA
Byline: Darko Manevski, Journalist
Licence: Non-exclusive · Worldwide
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