U.S. Air Force tankers moved to NATO’s Eastern Flank, strengthen collective defense
A Polish Fire Brigade at Powidz Air Base, Poland train U.S. KC-46A Pegasus tanker crew from the 514th Air Mobility Wing, primarily stationed at McGuire Air Force Base, N.J., as part of the U.S. Air Force total force exercise, Copper Arrow.Specific to U.S. tanker aircraft, the annual exercise enhances readiness and operational relationships with NATO Allies and partners. Postured along NATO’s eastern flank, the 514th AMW’s presence in Poland demonstrates U.S. EUCOM’s ability to rapidly deploy large combat credible forces and equipment throughout Europe.