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Refueling the Fight Against Da'esh

  • Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve
  • May 10, 2016 | 2:52

Coalition aircraft are bombarding Da'esh with airstrikes daily. In order to keep up the pace, aircraft need to be in the air longer than their fuel tanks allow. This is where the aerial refueling mission comes into play. Here's a look at one aircrew above Iraq, refueling the fight against Da'esh.

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