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The Air Force’s Aerial Refueling Fleet Is Shrinking in Capability

Government Accountability Office (GAO) Podcast: Watchdog Report by Government Accountability Office

Jun 15, 202600:00:00Government & Organizations

During long flights or extended air combat missions, aerial refueling tankers can eliminate the need for military planes to land. Having this capability is vital for some missions, like rapid long-distance strikes or whe...

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The Air Force’s Aerial Refueling Fleet Is Shrinking in Capability is an episode from Government Accountability Office (GAO) Podcast: Watchdog Report by Government Accountability Office. During long flights or extended air combat missions, a...

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Published Jun 15, 2026, 00:00:00 long, audio available.