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A U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II from the 48th Fighter Wing, RAF Lakenheath, England, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England, during aerial refueling operations over England, Jan. 30, 2025. The KC-135s are a force multiplier that extend the reach of fighter, bomber, reconnaissance and cargo aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Campbell)