The 100th ARW flies over the Beaches of Normandy for the 81st Anniversary of D-Day

The 100th ARW flies over the Beaches of Normandy for the 81st Anniversary of D-Day

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Scott Platow, 100th Air Refueling Wing chief of safety, poses in front of a KC-135 Stratotanker at RAF Mildenhall, England, June 5, 2025. Platow performed the pre-flight inspection to ensure the aircraft was in operational condition for the 81st anniversary of D-Day flyover. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Campbell)

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The 100th ARW flies over the Beaches of Normandy for the 81st Anniversary of D-Day

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing perform a pre-flight inspection of a KC-135 Stratotanker at RAF Mildenhall, England, June 5, 2025. The primary purpose of a pre-flight inspection is to verify that the aircraft is in a safe operating condition before the aircraft becomes airborne. Pilots look 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)

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The 100th ARW flies over the Beaches of Normandy for the 81st Anniversary of D-Day

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Scott Platow, 100th Air Refueling Wing chief of safety, performs a pre-flight inspection of a KC-135 Stratotanker at RAF Mildenhall, England, June 5, 2025. The primary purpose of a pre-flight inspection is to verify that the aircraft is in a safe operating condition before the aircraft becomes airborne. Pilots look 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)

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The 100th ARW flies over the Beaches of Normandy for the 81st Anniversary of D-Day

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Scott Platow, 100th Air Refueling Wing chief of safety, performs a pre-flight inspection of a KC-135 Stratotanker at RAF Mildenhall, England, June 5, 2025. The primary purpose of a pre-flight inspection is to verify that the aircraft is in a safe operating condition before the aircraft becomes airborne. Pilots look 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)

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The 100th ARW flies over the Beaches of Normandy for the 81st Anniversary of D-Day

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing perform a pre-flight brief at RAF Mildenhall, England, June 5, 2025. The primary purpose of a pre-flight brief is to ensure that the aircrew is aware of the condition of the aircraft and prepared for all stages of flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Campbell)

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The 100th ARW flies over the Beaches of Normandy for the 81st Anniversary of D-Day

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England, flies over Normandy, France, June 5, 2025. U.S. military personnel and equipment participated in commemorative events as part of the 81st anniversary of D-Day flyover. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Campbell)

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The 100th ARW flies over the Beaches of Normandy for the 81st Anniversary of D-Day

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England, flies over Normandy, France, June 5, 2025. U.S. military personnel and equipment participated in commemorative events as part of the 81st anniversary of D-Day flyover. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Campbell)

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The 100th ARW flies over the Beaches of Normandy for the 81st Anniversary of D-Day

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing conducts low-level flying procedures over Wales, June 5, 2025. Low-level training flights help to prepare aircrews for future operational challenges and avoid radar in austere environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Campbell)

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A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England, flies over Normandy, France, June 5, 2025. U.S. military personnel and equipment participated in commemorative events as part of the 81st anniversary of D-Day flyover.