Military aircraft don't have time to land and refuel on sensitive missions. That's where aerial refueling tankers come in.

Bologna Airport is experiencing a temporary shortage of jet fuel, with restrictions that could impact European flights.

When military analysts war-game a conflict over Taiwan, the conversation inevitably turns to stealth fighters, carrier strike ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Air Force tankers have fallen short of readiness standards from 2019 to 2025, according to a new watchdog report. Reported ...

A U.S. Air Force E-3 Sentry AWACS aircraft refuels from a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft during Operation Epic Fury, March 31, 2026. (U.S. Air Force) Fewer U.S. Air Force tankers are available for ...

Although the key fixes for the KC-46 will still take years to fully reach the fleet, a new plan promises a 20% availability increase by 2030, faster RVS 2.0 retrofits and a limited Boeing-led ...

Every time an F-22 Raptor intercepts a Russian long-range bomber over the North Atlantic, there’s a good chance a workhorse ...

The Boeing Co. needs to fix a lingering defect with its aerial refueling tankers before the U.S. Air Force buys dozens of pricier versions of an aircraft that’s crucial for long-range military ...

The jet fuel crisis is expected to cost the German airline group €1.7 billion for the entire year. Lufthansa is preparing to introduce refueling stopovers if destination airports run short of jet fuel ...

Scott Air Force Base could begin construction of a new hangar in late 2027 if Congress approves $79 million included in the Senate’s version of the annual defense budget. The Senate Armed Services ...