Permalink: http://www.boeingimages.com/archive/KC-135-Stratotanker-in-Flight-2F3XC55QGAI.htmlCopyright © Boeing. All Rights Reserved.View Photo/Video onlyConceptually similarKC-135 Stratotanker in FlightKC-135 Stratotanker in FlightKC-135A (foreground) with KC-135R StratotankerKC-135 Tanker in FlightKC-135 Stratotanker in FlightKC-135 Stratotanker in FlightKC-135 Jet Tanker in FlightKC-135R Stratotanker in FlightKC-135R Stratotanker in FlightView AllView more with similar tones KC-135 Stratotanker in FlightSelect usageWhat Type of Order?Usage:The KC-135 was the only jet airplane designed specifically for aerial refueling. More than 732 KC-135s were built, and most, with modifications, remain in service into the 21st century. The KC-135 shared the Dash-80 prototype with the Boeing 707 commercial transport, but was launched first in 1956. The KC-135’s aerial refueling equipment in the lower deck leaves the upper deck clear for 25 tons of cargo or 80 troops. KC-135s supplied warplanes with fuel during the Persian Gulf conflict, Operation Enduring Freedom over Afghanistan, and for homeland defense.BI216148 (k497)Maximum size:4750px × 3800px (~51 MB)15.8in × 12.6in (300dpi)License type:Rights ManagedKeywords:1950s-707 family-air to air-airplanes-blue-blue skies-clouds-copy space-day-exteriors-flying-full body views-jets-KC-135 Stratotanker-military-military livery-monochromatic-monoplanes-out of production-photos-right front views-silver color-sunshine-Tankers-text-unpainted-viewed from belowRelated Photo/Videos:View All