A KC-135 Air Refueling Aircraft from the United States Crashes in Western Iraq

Source: Global Times
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On March 12 local time, the U.S. Central Command stated that a U.S. KC-135 aerial refueling tanker crashed in western Iraq, during a period of military strikes by the U.S. against Iran. The U.S. Central Command reported that the incident was not caused by enemy fire or friendly fire.

It is understood that the incident involved two aircraft, one of which crashed in western Iraq, while the other landed safely. Rescue operations are still ongoing. (CCTV reporter Xu Xiao)

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Airstrike
SALUTE Report
Size
Two aircraft involved, one crashed
Activity
A U.S. KC-135 aerial refueling aircraft crashed
Location
Western Iraq
Unit
U.S. Central Command
Time
March 12
Equipment
KC-135 aerial refueling aircraft
Summary

A U.S. KC-135 aerial refueling aircraft crashed in Western Iraq on March 12 during military operations against Iran. The incident was confirmed by U.S. Central Command, which stated that it was not caused by enemy or friendly fire. Rescue operations are currently underway for the involved aircraft.

Key Facts
  • A U.S. KC-135 aerial refueling aircraft crashed in Western Iraq.
  • The incident occurred during military operations against Iran.
  • The crash was not caused by enemy fire or friendly fire.
  • One aircraft crashed while another landed safely.
  • Rescue operations are ongoing.