Supported by KC-135 tankers (also based at Al Udeid), the B-1 “Lancer” supersonic variable-sweep wing, strategic bombers have pounded ground targets in both Syria and Iraq.
Here’s an interesting video showing one “Bone”(from “B-One”) refueling at night from a KC-135 while enroute to the target area in Syria on Sept. 27, as seen through the NVG (Night Vision Googgles).
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Oh I love the B-1B Lancer its just like a huge fighter jet. Its the best looking strategic bomber if you ask me.
Oh I love the B-1B Lancer its just like a huge fighter jet. Its the best looking strategic bomber if you ask me.