The US Central Command has confirmed that the six-person crew of the KC-135 aerial refueling aircraft that crashed in western Iraq were all killed in the accident during the military mission.
Az U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) issued on March 13, the aerial refueling aircraft was lost on March 12 while flying in an airspace considered safe Epic Fury during operation.
Military authorities confirmed that all six crew members on board were killed when the plane crashed.
The KC-135 was conducting operations in the area when the incident occurred. The exact location of the crash is in western Iraq, an area where US forces maintain a military presence in support of security and stability operations.
CENTCOM said there was no indication that the crash was caused by enemy fire or friendly fire. The circumstances of the accident are still being investigated by military investigators.
The names of the deceased soldiers have not yet been released. Their identities will not be released until at least 24 hours after family members have been officially notified.
A KC-135 Stratotanker is one of the United States Air Force’s most important aerial refueling aircraft, performing aerial refueling missions for fighters, bombers, and other military aircraft, allowing them to significantly increase their range and operational time.
Authorities said more information will be released as the investigation progresses.
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