Visitors to the National Museum of the United States Air Force in Dayton, Ohio can now get a look at a retired Stratotanker up close.
In 1967, the crew of this tanker was awarded the MacKay Trophy for the most meritorious flight of the year after it refueled six U.S. Navy aircraft that were dangerously low on fuel. The flight included a brief tri-level refueling two of the Navy aircraft and additional refueling of two Air Force fighters. 154th Wing crew members flank members of the MacKay Trophy-winning flight after the arrival.
Now, a KC-135 has been added to the Air Force’s official museum, the first ‘Stratotanker’ to be so honored.The KC-135 tankers essentially serve as flying gas stations. They are capable of refueling other aircraft in mid-air, significantly extending the reach of those planes and – by extension – the United State military.
Visitors to the National Museum of the United States Air Force in Dayton, Ohio can get a look at a retired Stratotanker up close. Aircraft 60-0329 has been in service for more than 60 years and had been assigned to the Hawaii Air National Guard from 1993 until 2022. , adjacent to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, is considered the oldest and largest military aircraft museum in the world. It houses a massive collection of aircraft, rockets, and even spacecraft.
Some of the highlights include an F-117 ‘stealth’ fighter, the only surviving XB-70 Valkyrie, the WWII B-29 Memphis Belle, and President Kennedy’s retired Air Force One plane.
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