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 youngest airframe, 64-14840, would be 85 years old. A 909th ARS KC-135R Stratotanker refuels F-16 Fighting Falcons near Guam during Exercise Cope North 2020. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior ...

It's impressive to see the KC-135 takeoff, and the KC 135 has some interesting nicknames and facts which may surprise you, including how it launched the airliner revolution.

(Image: Jonny Gios Photography/News & Star Camera Club) Writing in the News & Star's Camera Club, he said: "This was a ...