KC-135 Lost in Iraq Refueling Mishap
U.S. Central Command confirms the loss of a U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft during Operation Epic Fury in friendly airspace. The incident involved two aircraft, with one crashing in western Iraq while the other landed safely. It has been determined that hostile or friendly fire was not the cause of the mishap. Further information will be released as it becomes available, with officials requesting patience during the ongoing rescue and information-gathering efforts.
John Q. Hosedrinker