Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker

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A U.S. Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker makes a low approach over a display of historic military aircraft, with the mountains beyond.

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Aircraft

KC-135R Stratotanker K35R

United States Air Force standard gray military livery

Airline

United States Air Force

Manufacturer

Boeing

Gear

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Achievements

Vintage Voyager, Boeing Beginner, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 81.0

Great capture of the KC-135 on approach; foreground clutter slightly distracts from the airborne subject.

Location

March Air Reserve Base

RIV/KRIV

33.8820, -117.2660

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March Air Reserve Base RIV

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The KC-135 has been a cornerstone of U.S. Air Force aerial refueling since the late 1950s, supporting military aviation and extending the range of aircraft worldwide.

Specifications

4 × CFM International CFM56-2B1

Engine

39.88 m

Wingspan

41.53 m

Length

17,766 km

Range

933 km/h

Speed

90,700 kg of fuel

Capacity

146,285 kg

MTOW

12.70 m

Height

21,634 lbf (96.2 kN) per engine

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