UNDISCLOSED LOCATION -- A U.S. Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker from the 117th Air Refueling Wing, Sumpter Smith Joint National Guard Base, Birmingham, Alabama, prepares to refuel a B-1B Lancer from the 7th Bomb Wing, Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, in an undisclosed location on Nov. 5, 2023. The Bomber Task Force mission enhances the high-end readiness of the bomber force by advancing interoperability with other regional allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photos)