100th ARW refuels 48th FW Strike Eagles U.S. Air Force Logo Dec. 9, 2024 100th ARW refuels 48th FW Strike Eagles A U.S. Air Force F-15 Strike Eagle from the 48th Fighter Wing, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, descends from a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England, during aerial refueling operations over England, Nov. 28, 2024. The F-15 contains an array of avionics and electronics systems that enhances its capability to fight at low altitude, day or night, and in all weather conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Campbell) Details Download 100th ARW refuels 48th FW Strike Eagles U.S. Air Force Capt. Alexander Shelton, left, 351st Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, and Airman 1st Class Troy Smith, 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron avionics journeyman, perform a pre-flight check at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England, Nov. 24, 2024. The pre-flight checks ensured everything was in working order before the aircraft took off.(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Campbell) Details Download 100th ARW refuels 48th FW Strike Eagles U.S. Air Force Capt. Alexander Shelton, right, 351st Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, and Airman 1st Class Troy Smith, 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron avionics journeyman, perform a pre-flight check at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England, Nov. 28, 2024. The pre-flight checks reduced the risk of in-flight issues by ensuring aircraft, equipment, and crew readiness was verified. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Campbell) Details Download 100th ARW refuels 48th FW Strike Eagles U.S. Air Force Capt. Alexander Shelton, 351st Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, performs a pre-flight check at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England, Nov. 28, 2024. Aircrew and maintenance personnel looked for any signs of mechanical issues, such as leaks, damaged components, or equipment malfunctions, which could pose safety risks during flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Campbell) Details Download 100th ARW refuels 48th FW Strike Eagles A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing is parked on the flight line before a mission at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England, Nov. 28, 2024. The KC-135 provides essential aerial refueling support, which extends the range and endurance of U.S. and allied aircraft. This capability is particularly important in Europe and surrounding areas, where air operations may require long flights across multiple countries and geographic regions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Campbell) Details Download 100th ARW refuels 48th FW Strike Eagles A U.S. Air Force F-15 Strike Eagle from the 48th Fighter Wing, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England, during aerial refueling operations over England, Nov. 28, 2024. The F-15 is a dual-role fighter designed to perform air-to-air and air-to-ground missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Campbell) Details Download 100th ARW refuels 48th FW Strike Eagles A U.S. Air Force F-15 Strike Eagle from the 48th Fighter Wing, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England, during aerial refueling operations over England, Nov. 28, 2024. The F-15 is a dual-role fighter designed to perform air-to-air and air-to-ground missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Campbell) Details Download 100th ARW refuels 48th FW Strike Eagles U.S. Airmen assigned to the 351st Air Refueling Squadron, Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England, fly a KC-135 Stratotanker over England, Nov. 28, 2024. The KC-135 has served as a core air refueling asset of the U.S. Air Force for over 60 years, providing global reach capabilities for NATO and allied aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Campbell) Details Download 100th ARW refuels 48th FW Strike Eagles A U.S. Air Force F-15 Strike Eagle from the 48th Fighter Wing, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England, during aerial refueling operations over England, Nov. 28, 2024. The F-15 contains an array of avionics and electronics systems that enhances its capability to fight at low altitude, day or night, and in all weather conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Campbell) Details Download U.S. Airmen from the 100th Air Refueling Wing refuel F-15 Strike Eagles from the 48th Fighter Wing, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, over England, Nov. 28, 2024.