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RAAF KC-30 cleared to refuel F-22

by Andrew McLaughlin
written by Andrew McLaughlin

(LOCKHEED MARTIN via USAF & DEFENCE)

An RAAF Airbus KC-30A multi-role tanker transport (MRTT) has completed refuelling clearance trials with a USAF Lockheed Martin F-22A Raptor fighter, adding another type to the KC-30’s growing list of authorised receiver aircraft.

The trials were conducted in August and September from California’s Edwards AFB and the nearby Mojave Desert ranges. Eight flights were conducted in total with the F-22 in different load configurations.

The resultant instructions will allow the F-22 to refuel from the KC-30 in future coalition operations.

(LOCKHEED MARTIN via USAF & DEFENCE)

(LOCKHEED MARTIN via USAF & DEFENCE)

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