US military KC-135 refuelling aircraft crashes in western Iraq after suspected mid-air collision, rescue efforts underway
A US military KC-135 refuelling aircraft has crashed in western Iraq after a suspected mid-air collision involving another KC-135. The incident occurred during US operations in the region, prompting immediate rescue efforts to locate the crew members on board the downed aircraft, which is reported to have had at least five personnel. The second aircraft involved in the incident managed to land safely, according to US Central Command (Centcom). Central Command has stated that neither hostile nor friendly fire was a factor in the aircraft's loss. Instead, the crash was described as a tragic event occurring “in friendly airspace during... [Continue Reading]
