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KC-46A Pegasus Aerial Tanker Completes Firsts

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Concept: KC-46A refuels Super Hornets

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August 22/23: WIC Fairchild Air Force Base, located in Washington state, has taken a significant step in enhancing its training capabilities with the creation of the KC-46 Weapons Instructor Course (WIC). This initiative involves the recruitment of experienced KC-46 Pegasus pilots to shape the course and curriculum for future graduates. The 509th Weapons Squadron at Fairchild Air Force Base has spearheaded this effort by enlisting six skilled KC-46 instructor pilots from different units across the Air Force. These pilots are working collaboratively to develop a comprehensive syllabus and curriculum that will define the skills and knowledge required of future KC-46 WIC graduates.

 

 

 

 

 

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