A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker offloads fuel to an A-10 Thunderbolt II during a presence patrol over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 9, 2025. The A-10 Thunderbolt II has excellent maneuverability at low air speeds and altitude, and is a highly accurate and survivable weapons-delivery platform. (U.S. Air Force video)
U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY – U.S. Air Forces Central’s Air Warfare Center just completed one of the most comprehensive multinational military training events in the region with the support of the host nation’s own AWC—the Advanced Tactical Leadership Course.
This annual seven-week program is not just another military exercise – it serves as the largest exercise of the year for the host nation and AFCENT Air...