Tankers Practice Rapid Launch

11/15/2014

11/15/2014: KC-135 Stratotankers from the 92nd and 141st Air Refueling Wings line up in preparation for take-off during an operational readiness exercise at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash., Aug. 22, 2014.

The Wing Inspection Team-planned exercise allowed the Total Force Integration units to test and evaluate their capabilities providing responsive aerial refueling and operational support for the full range of military missions worldwide.

A KC-135 Stratotanker takes flight during an operational readiness exercise at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash., Aug. 22, 2014.

During the exercise, the main goal was to evaluate readiness and to generate aircrew and aircraft, ensuring the base’s preparedness for various potential emergency scenarios.

Credit:92d Air Refueling Wing:8/22/14