A boom operator, assigned to the 340th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron, refuels a Air Force B-52 Stratofortress from a KC-135 Stratotanker during a flight in support of Operation Inherent Resolve June 27, 2017. The 340th EARS, part of Air Forces Central Command, is responsible for delivering fuel to and coalition forces, enabling a 24/7 presence in the Central Command area of responsibility. ( Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Trevor T. McBride)

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