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A MC-130H Combat Talon II being refueled by a KC-135R Stratotanker
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A MC-130H Combat Talon II being refueled by a KC-135R Stratotanker
A MC-130H Combat Talon II of the 7th Special Operations Squadron being refueled by a KC-135R Stratotanker of the 351st Aerial Refueling Squadron of the100th Aerial Refueling Wing. Both units are based at RAF Mildenhall in the United Kingdom. The photo was made in December 2011 over East Anglia, United Kingdom
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© Gert Kromhout/Stocktrek Images
Accuracy Aerial Refueling Connection East Anglia England Flying Boom Kc 135 Kc 135 Stratotanker Mc 130 Mc 130 Combat Talon Mc 130 Hercules Refueling Silhouette Special Operations Stratotanker Tanker Teamwork Two Objects United Kingdom Us Air Force Airborne
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This print captures a remarkable moment of precision and collaboration in the skies above East Anglia, United Kingdom. In December 2011, an MC-130H Combat Talon II from the 7th Special Operations Squadron found itself in need of refueling, and it was met by a KC-135R Stratotanker from the 351st Aerial Refueling Squadron of the 100th Aerial Refueling Wing. Both aircraft are stationed at RAF Mildenhall, making this aerial rendezvous even more significant. The image showcases the seamless connection between these two mighty machines as they engage in mid-air refueling. Against a backdrop of fluffy clouds and endless sky, their silhouettes create a striking visual contrast. The flying boom extends from the KC-135R Stratotanker to meet with precision its counterpart on the MC-130H Combat Talon II. This photograph is not just about aviation; it symbolizes teamwork, accuracy, and motion on the move. It represents how different units within the US Air Force come together to achieve shared objectives efficiently and effectively. The dedication and expertise required for such operations highlight why these forces are considered among some of the best in military aviation. Gert Kromhout's skillful photography has frozen this extraordinary moment forever – an awe-inspiring testament to both human ingenuity and technological prowess that keeps our armed forces ready for any mission around the world.
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