KC-10エクステンダー：3基のエンジンでKC-135の2倍の燃料を搭載可能

Rendezvous point A KC-10 Extender refuels an F-22 Raptor during Exercise Razor Talon Feb. 7, 2013, at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C. Razor Talon is an Atlantic Coast monthly large force exercise and joint-unit training opportunity to employ cutting edge operational concepts such as Air-Sea battle and maritime air support. The KC-10 is assigned to the 305th Air Mobility Wing, McGuire Air Force Base, N.J. and the F-22 is assigned to Langley AFB, Va. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Andy M. Kin)

KC-135R air refueling mission A KC-10 Extender from the 305th Air Mobility Wing flies over the Atlantic Ocean March 18, 2016. The wing is stationed at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J. (U.S. Air National Guard photo/Tech. Sgt. Matt Hecht)

Welcome home A KC-10 Extender assigned to the 305th Air Mobility Wing returns from the U.S. European Command area of responsibility, at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., May 25, 2022. The return marks an end to EUCOM aerial refueling support for KC-10 Extenders assigned to the 305th AMW. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Simonne Barker)

KC-10 Extender A 908th Expeditionary Aerial Refueling Squadron KC-10 Extender is prepared for a flight at the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing, Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates before a mission in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, March 14, 2019. The 908th EARS empowers the fight against ISIS by providing mission extending aerial refueling services to U.S. and Coalition forces conducting operations in OIR’s area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jordan Castelan)

Col. Theresa Weems, 60th Operations Group commander, takes final flight at Travis AFB U.S. Air Force Col. Theresa Weems, 60th Operations Group commander, conducts “touch-and-goes” aboard a KC-10 Extender during her final flight July 24, 2019, at Travis Air Force Base, California. The flight, which is a military tradition, served as an opportunity for the Travis community to honor Weems and wish her well on her next assignment. Weems has served as the commander for the 60th OG for the largest air mobility wing in the Air Force since July 2017. (U.S. Air Force photo by Heide Couch)

KC-10s provide aerial refueling support A KC-10 Extender takes off from an air base in Southwest Asia en route to provide aerial refueling support for Operation Enduring Freedom. The KC-10 is an advanced tanker and cargo aircraft capable of providing more than 356,000 pounds of fuel and can carry 75 passengers. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Charles Larkin Sr) (Released)

Wings Over Solano A KC-10 Extender lands at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., during the Wings Over Solano Air Show May 6, 2017. The two-day event featured performances by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team, flyovers and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Heide Couch)

220514-F-RU983-3427 A U.S. Air Force KC-10 Extender performs a fly-by during Wings Over Solano at Travis Air Force Base, California, May 14, 2022. The Wings Over Solano open house and air show provided an opportunity for the local community to interact directly with the base and its Airmen and see capabilities on full display at Travis AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Heide Couch)

190603-F-BG094-0194 Tech. Sgt. Arriel Bromley, 78th Aerial Refueling Squadron in-flight refueler, out of McGuire Air Force Base, N.J., operates the fuel injection arm of a KC-10 Extender connected to an F-35 Lightning II for a mid-air refueling training mission during exercise Astral Knight 19 over the Adriatic Sea, June 3, 2019. Astral Knight is a joint, multinational exercise taking place throughout various locations in Europe, with more than 900 Airmen participating in the exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua R. M. Dewberry)

240625-F-WJ090-2027 A newly installed static display of a KC-10 Extender boom is showcased at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., June 25, 2024. Formerly, the 605th Aircraft Generation Squadron, now known as the 605th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, was activated on July 1, 1995, in support of the then McGuire Air Force Base’s adoption of a KC-10 aircraft fleet. The static display was created to memorialize the service of the KC-10 provided following it’s official retirement on June 21, 2023. Thanks to the efforts of the 605th AMXS team, including U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Aaron Vogeler, commander; Capt. Steven Winiarski, section commander; Tech. Sgt. Damien Fitzpatrick, KC-46 all-purpose general noncommissioned officer in charge; Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Chevalier, unit deployment manager; Tech. Sgt. Ryle Griffin, KC-46 APG craftsman; and Senior Airman Brian Izaguirre, assistant mobility UDM, the static display proudly recognizes the heritage of the 605th AMXS and cements the lasting legacy of the KC-10. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Thompson)

240625-F-WJ090-2016 A newly installed static display of a KC-10 Extender boom is showcased at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., June 25, 2024. Formerly, the 605th Aircraft Generation Squadron, now known as the 605th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, was activated on July 1, 1995, in support of the then McGuire Air Force Base’s adoption of a KC-10 aircraft fleet. The static display was created to memorialize the service of the KC-10 provided following it’s official retirement on June 21, 2023. Thanks to the efforts of the 605th AMXS team, including U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Aaron Vogeler, commander; Capt. Steven Winiarski, section commander; Tech. Sgt. Damien Fitzpatrick, KC-46 all-purpose general noncommissioned officer in charge; Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Chevalier, unit deployment manager; Tech. Sgt. Ryle Griffin, KC-46 APG craftsman; and Senior Airman Brian Izaguirre, assistant mobility UDM, the static display proudly recognizes the heritage of the 605th AMXS and cements the lasting legacy of the KC-10. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Thompson)

Gas and go An A-10 Thunderbolt II assigned to Moody Air Force Base, Ga., flies below a KC-10 Extender assigned to Travis AFB, Calif., after receiving fuel over California, June 30, 2022. The A-10 participated in Exercise Green Flag-West 22-08. Green Flag-West is a close air support and joint exercise administered by the U.S. Air Force Air Warfare Center and Nellis AFB through the 549th Combat Training Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Traci Keller)

F-117A stealth fighter 1990’s — A 37th Tactical Fighter Wing F-117A stealth fighter aircraft refuels from a 22nd Air Refueling Wing KC-10 Extender aircraft during Operation Desert Shield. The F-117A is en route to Saudi Arabia.

KC-10 Refuels Joint Fighters An F-22 Raptor, assigned to the 3rd Wing, receives fuel from a KC-10 Extender over Alaska during exercise Northern Edge 21, May 7, 2021. The exercise is one in a series of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command exercises designed to sharpen the joint forces’ skills; to practice tactics, techniques, and procedures; to improve command, control and communication relationships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Burt Traynor)

Falcon refuel A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon receives fuel from a KC-10 Extender over an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 26, 2022. F-16s routinely conduct presence patrols within the CENTCOM area of responsibility to reassure allies and ensure regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gerald R. Willis)

Feb. 18 airpower summary: B-1Bs provide overwatch A B-1B Lancer receives fuel from a KC-10 Extender over Afghanistan. B-1Bs fly close-air-support missions for both Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Aaron Allmon)

Travis aircrew assists Rose Bowl flyover A B-2 Spirit from Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, conducts an aerial refuel by a 9th Air Refueling Squadron KC-10 Extender Jan. 1, 2015, along the California coastline. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Laurel Cummins)

Buffs and Extenders: The Strike Eagle perspective A B-52 Stratofortress assigned to Barksdale Air Force Base, La., receives fuel from a KC-10 Extender during a bomber task force mission over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 27, 2021. The bomber deployment underscores the U.S. military’s commitment to regional security and demonstrates a unique ability to rapidly deploy on short notice. The B-52 is a long-range, heavy bomber that is capable of flying at high subsonic speeds at altitudes of up to 50,000 feet and provides the United States with a global strike capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Trevor T. McBride)

Fuel for fighters A KC-10 Extender from the 908th Expeditionary Aerial Refueling Squadron refuels a Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet Dec. 11 over Afghanistan. The KC-10 holds six tanks that carry more than 356,000 pounds of fuel. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Aaron Allmon)

KC-10 Extender fuels way to the Pacific U.S. Airmen with the 6th Air Refueling Squadron and 60th Aerial Port Squadron load cargo onto a KC-10 Extender at Travis Air Force Base, California, Feb. 21, 2023. A multi-unit aircrew transported 11,000 pounds of cargo to Kadena Air Base, Japan, in support of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexander Merchak)

Two refuelers, one squadron can handle any situation Master Sgt. Todd McPeak walks back from the refueling pod of a KC-10 Extender during an Operation Iraqi Freedom mission on July 18. Sergeant McPeak is a boom operator for the 908th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron in Southwest Asia. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Brian Ferguson)

US Air Force completes first commercial air-to-air refueling of fighter aircraft A commercial KDC‐10 tanker aircraft refuels a U.S. Air Force F‐16 Fighting Falcon from the 51st Fighter Wing, enroute to Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore, Nov. 6, 2023. The aircraft features dual usage with the capability to refuel mid‐flight and carry freight or passengers. This groundbreaking event is the first ever contracted aerial refueling of Air Force fighter aircraft which took place to support the F‐16s in Commando Sling 23. CS23 is a Pacific Air Forces‐sponsored bilateral training event with the Republic of Singapore Air Force designed to increase interoperability and improve alliance capability. (Courtesy Photo)

The last U.S. Air Force KC-10 Extender takes off from the flightline during the KC-10 farewell ceremony at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Sept. 26, 2024. As the final base to operate the KC-10, Travis AFB had the honor of bidding farewell to an aircraft that has been a vital component of the U.S. military’s global reach and power projection capabilities, this ceremony marking the closing of an important chapter in the history of military aviation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kenneth Abbate)