Discover why the KC-135's new Starshield-style antenna could make the Stratotanker a critical link in America's future strike ...

Rockwell Collins has been selected to improve the communications capabilities of the US Air Force’s KC-135R fleet with the implementation of a Real Time Information in the Cockpit (RTIC) system, the ...

The Turkish Air Force has seven KC-135s (pictured) that it is looking to replace with either the KC-46A or the MRTT. (Janes/Patrick Allen) Türkiye is to decide between the Boeing KC-46A Pegasus and ...

Why the incoming B-21 bomber will rely on both the KC-135 and KC-46 and continue to rely on them after NGAS eventually enters service.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A new historic plane is set to be arriving at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force today. The KC-135R Stratotanker is set to ...

The aerial tanker is likely to remain in the United States for long-term repairs—but the on-site patch-up to keep it airworthy for the return trip is an accomplishment in itself. Despite the damage, ...

The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) ceased operating its four Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker aircraft in June, with the new A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) taking over its roles in ...

The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) has acknowledge the critical role of its four Boeing KC-135R tankers, which exited operational service in June. The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) ...

Its longevity is attributed to rigorous, five-year depot maintenance rebuilds and a surprisingly low flight hour count, ensuring its continued operational readiness despite its age. Image Credit: ...

There are many military airplanes out there that look memorable in one way or another, but the B-1 Lancer is probably on most people’s list as “the one looking like a bird from a sci-fi flick.” And ...

A U.S. Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker takes off from Grissom Air Reserve Base, Ind., on March 5, 2016. (Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Mota/U.S. Air Force) MELBOURNE, Australia — A U.S. Air Force Boeing KC-135R ...