A Marine AH-1Z Viper and a UH-1Y Venom prepare to conduct a tactical hot refueling operation at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 15, 2021. A hot fueling, designed to increase lethality and readiness, is defined as refueling of the helicopter with the main engine running. This operation allows the helicopter to refuel and quickly return to the mission. ( Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)

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