Air Force says KC-46 can refuel planes around the world — except one
“I have 100% confidence in [the Pegasus’] ability,” AMC head Gen. Mike Minihan said.
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“I have 100% confidence in [the Pegasus’] ability,” AMC head Gen. Mike Minihan said.
The KC-46 Pegasus is allowed to fly missions worldwide, but has been riddled with technical issues as the Air Force seeks to modernize its tanker fleet.
Next-gen aerial refueling program will be “a system,” not just one aircraft, says mobility chief.
Breaking Defense toured Boeing’s Seattle-area facilities where the KC-46A is built, and company officials explained fixes in the works for six critical issues, from new cameras to better seals on fuel lines.
A-10s were the first USAF tactical jets to refuel from a privately-owned tanker, a service that could become more widespread in the future.