The U.S. launched around 125 aircraft to strike Iran’s three main nuclear sites: Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.Leading the charge were six B-2 Spirit bombers, which took off from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri on the morning of June 21st, 2025.In addition, around 30 cruise missiles were fired from U.S. nuclear submarines submerged in the region, hitting the underground nuclear enrichment facilities one after another.It might sound straightforward—but it’s far from simple. These aircraft are massive fuel guzzlers and rely heavily on aerial refueling support to complete such long-range missions.And here’s where it gets even more complex. The KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft, responsible for mid-air refueling, don’t operate alone. They require protection—provided by F/A-18 electronic warfare squadrons that escort the tankers and also help shield the B-2 bombers from detection and attack.#usairstrikes #iran #usairforce