351st ARS prepares for flight

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U.S. Air Force Christopher Cos, 351st Air Refueling Squadron pilot, performs preflight check procedures before a mission at RAF Mildenhall, England, Feb. 12, 2025. Performing preflight checks guarantee the aircraft will be prepared for the mission, ensuring safety and readiness, promoting mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martinez) (This photo has been altered for security reasons)

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A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing is parked on the flight line at RAF Mildenhall, England, Feb. 12, 2025. The 100th ARW maintains the KC-135 to provide aerial refueling around Europe to NATO partners and allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martinez)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Christopher Cos, 351st Air Refueling Squadron pilot, loads supplies onto a KC-135 Stratotanker before a flight at RAF Mildenhall, England, Feb. 12, 2025. The aircrew prepared equipment and emergency travel bags to stay ready for all real-world scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martinez)

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Chocks for the KC-135 Stratotanker sit on the flight line at RAF Mildenhall, England, Feb. 12, 2025. The 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron holds the responsibility of keeping the KC-135 ready to complete aerial refueling missions throughout the European theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martinez)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Joshua Arnold, 351st Air Refueling Squadron pilot, performs preflight check procedures before a mission at RAF Mildenhall, England, Feb. 12, 2025. Performing preflight checks guarantee the aircraft will be prepared for the mission, ensuring safety and readiness, promoting mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martinez)

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U.S. Air Force Capts. Christopher Cos, left, and Joshua Arnold, 351st Air Refueling Squadron pilots, discuss preflight check procedures before takeoff at RAF Mildenhall, England, Feb. 12, 2025. Performing preflight checks guarantee the aircraft will be prepared for the mission, ensuring safety and readiness, promoting mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martinez)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Christopher Cos, 351st Air Refueling Squadron pilot, prepares for takeoff at RAF Mildenhall, England, Feb. 12, 2025. The KC-135 Stratotanker is a vital aircraft for the U.S. Air Forces in Europe, providing aerial refueling, aiding in training and real world missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martinez)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Joshua Arnold, 351st Air Refueling Squadron pilot, speaks through a headset during a flight over Czechia, Feb. 12, 2025. The aircrew communicated to each other regarding mission updates in real-time throughout the flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martinez)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Christopher Cos, 351st Air Refueling Squadron pilot, flies a KC-135 Stratotanker over Czechia, Feb. 12, 2025. The 351st is responsible for refueling NATO and ally aircraft throughout the European Theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martinez)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Christopher Cos, 351st Air Refueling Squadron pilot, speaks through a headset during a flight over Czechia, Feb. 12, 2025. The aircrew communicated to each other regarding mission updates in real-time throughout the flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martinez)

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U.S. Air Force Capts. Christopher Cos, left, and Joshua Arnold, 351st Air Refueling Squadron pilots, fly a KC-135 Stratotanker over Czechia, Feb. 12, 2025. The KC-135 is a vital aircraft for the European theater, providing aerial refueling, aiding in training and real world missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martinez)

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U.S. Air Force Capts. Christopher Cos, left, and Joshua Arnold, 351st Air Refueling Squadron pilots, fly a KC-135 Stratotanker over Czechia, Feb. 12, 2025. The KC-135 is a vital aircraft for the European theater, providing aerial refueling, aiding in training and real world missions.

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