A boom operator, assigned to the 340th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron, relays information to aircrew via radio in a Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker during a flight in support of Operation Inherent Resolve April 26, 2017. The 340th EARS, part of Air Forces Central Command, is responsible for delivering fuel for and coalition forces, enabling a persistent 24/7 presence in the area of responsibility.

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