Deter and Assure; 100th ARW increases bomber’s global reach

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England, prepares to transfer fuel to a B-2 Spirit from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., off the coast of Spain, June 13, 2017. Two B-2s deployed to the U.K. to participate in theater bomber assurance and deterrence operations. Bomber deployments enhance the readiness and training necessary to respond to any contingency or challenge across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)

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Deter and Assure; 100th ARW increases bomber’s global reach

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England, transfers fuel to a B-2 Spirit from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., off the coast of Spain, June 13, 2017. The B-2's low observability is derived from a combination of reduced infrared, acoustic, electromagnetic, visual and radar signatures. These signatures make it difficult for sophisticated defensive systems to detect, track and engage the B-2. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)

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Deter and Assure; 100th ARW increases bomber’s global reach

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., flies into position to receive fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England, off the coast of Spain, June 13, 2017. The B-2 brings massive firepower to bear, in a short time, anywhere around the globe. The aircraft’s capability to penetrate air defenses and threaten effective retaliation provides a strong, effective deterrent and combat force well into the 21st century. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)

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Deter and Assure; 100th ARW increases bomber’s global reach

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., flies away after receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England, off the coast of Spain, June 13, 2017. Two B-2s deployed to the U.K. to participate in theater bomber assurance and deterrence operations. Bomber deployments enhance the readiness and training necessary to respond to any contingency or challenge across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)

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Deter and Assure; 100th ARW increases bomber’s global reach

Published June 19, 2017
By Staff Sgt. Micaiah Anthony
100th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

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