The KC-135 Stratotanker celebrates its 60th anniversary this week. From the start, Tinker Air Force Base has played a crucial role in the longevity of the jet.
"We want to celebrate," said Col. Mark Mocio, Legacy Tanker division commander and KC-135 program manager. "Tinker has long been the home of the KC-135, we've consolidated so much government and industry resources and talent. All that is centered here."
Tinker's role began almost immediately after the contract for the purchase of 29 aircraft was let in 1954.
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"We want to celebrate," said Col. Mark Mocio, Legacy Tanker division commander and KC-135 program manager. "Tinker has long been the home of the KC-135, we've consolidated so much government and industry resources and talent. All that is centered here."
Tinker's role began almost immediately after the contract for the purchase of 29 aircraft was let in 1954.
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