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Air Force considering Bangor base for new refueling squadron

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A Boeing KC-46A Pegasus takes off at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 25, 2018, during a system evaluation. This is the first time the KC-46A visited Japan. The flight is to support an initial evaluation by the USAF of the KC-46A’s integrated mission system suite as well as its ability to conduct worldwide navigation, communication and operation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe) " data-image-caption=" Bangor Air National Guard Base is a finalist to receive new air refueling tankers from the federal government. The planes would be Boeing KC-46A Pegasus models, similar to this one taking off at Yokota Air Base in Japan in 2018. " data-large-file="https://www.pressherald.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/10/181025-F-PM645-9700-1727901200.jpg?w=780" /> The Bangor Air National Guard Base is one of four finalists to become the home of a new KC-46A air refueling squadron, Sens. Susan Collins and Angus King announced Tuesday.