The re-engined tanker, designated either the KC-135R or KC-135T, can offload 50 percent more fuel, is 25 percent more fuel efficient, costs 25 percent less to operate and is 96 percent quieter ...

The U.S. Air Force recently announced it is fulfilling its commitment to base four KC-135 refueling planes at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska, and Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, couldn’t be happier.

The USAF intend to replace their existing 396 KC-135R/T units, which were procured from as early as 1957. The tanker is capable of carrying 18 cargo pallets, as well as transporting 58 passengers ...