70 Air Refueling Squadron AFRC (U.S. Air Force) White Coffee Mug

The 70 Air Refueling Squadron (AFRC) is a key unit within the United States Air Force (USAF). This squadron, based at McConnell Air Force Base in Kansas, specializes in air refueling operations. The primary role of this squadron is to extend the operational reach of other aircraft by providing them mid-flight fuel via aerial refueling tankers. The 70 ARS falls under the Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC), which manages all reserve components of the USAF. Personnel assigned to the 70 ARS are trained in various aspects of air refueling, including operating the Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft, ensuring efficient and safe fuel transfer to other aircraft during flight. The squadron's operational readiness supports global military missions.