US KC-135 tanker crashes in Iraq, though not from enemy fire, officials say
A US KC-135 aerial tanker crashed in western Iraq. Military officials announced the incident on Thursday, stating that rescue efforts are underway. The crash occurred in uncontested airspace while the tanker was supporting ongoing US military operations.
The incident involved two aircraft, one of which landed safely. The cause of the crash was not due to hostile or friendly fire. Details about the circumstances of the incident and the number of crew members on board are not available.
Further information can be found through US Central Command. The Air Force typically staffs KC-135s with a crew of three, including a pilot, co-pilot, and boom operator.
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