Stratotankers refuel Thunderbolts
A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft refuels an A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 19, 2025. This A-10 provides close air support and deterrence against regional threats throughout the CENTCOM AOR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Nicholas Monteleone)