Rockwell B-1B Lancers and Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bomber aircraft from the 337th Test and Evaluation Squadron (TES) stands by as another Lancer connects with a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refueling aircraft Feb. 23, 2012 for inflight refueling during a mission over the Gulf of Mexico near Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The 337th TES is a geographically separated unit of the 53rd Wing, which is headquartered at Eglin AFB. The 337th TES is responsible for operational testing of all B-1B defensive and offensive systems and weapons upgrades. (Courtesy photo by Jake Melampy)