Boeing KC-46A Pegasus

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28 May 2026 · © Unknown

A United States Air Force KC-46A Pegasus military tanker is seen at an airfield, photographed through the perimeter fence.

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KC-46A Pegasus KC-46A

Matte grey military

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United States Air Force

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Location

Elmendorf 1

Elmendorf Air Force Base · EDF/PAED

61.2602, -149.7930

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Elmendorf Air Force Base EDF

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Aviation History

Modern aerial refueling tanker developed from the Boeing 767-200 for the United States Air Force. First delivered in 2019 to replace older KC-135/KC-10 tankers.

Fleet Rarity

Rare; fewer than 80 delivered globally as of 2024, and almost exclusively operated by US military.

Record Flights

Has supported long-range global US Air Force missions, occasionally appearing on high-visibility support flights.

Safety & Events

Initial deliveries faced delays and some operational issues with the remote vision refueling system.

Future Outlook

Active production and in frontline USAF service; more deliveries planned.

Specifications

CFM International CF6-80C2

Engine

47.6 m

Wingspan

48.5 m

Length

12,200 km (ferry); operational range varies with cargo/fuel load

Range

851 km/h

Speed

Up to 114,000 kg (251,000 lb) fuel; or 65,000 kg (143,000 lb) cargo

Capacity

188,241 kg

MTOW

15.9 m

Height

2 × 61,500 lbf (273.8 kN)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant

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