74th EARS conducts an air refueling mission within CENTCOM AOR
A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft prepares to receive fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft assigned to the 74th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron during a mission in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 5, 2026. The Fighting Falcon demonstrates the U.S. commitment to regional security by providing responsive airpower and deterring potential threats within the USCENTCOM AOR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Travis Knauss)