A U.S. Air Force MC-130J Commando II approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 91st Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron, to receive fuel within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 30, 2022. The 91st EARS delivers fuel for U.S. and partner nation forces, extending the reach and combat effectiveness of airpower to the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Daniel Asselta)