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Satellite imagery shows over 50 USAF fighter jets and 20 tanker aircraft parked on Air Base in Middle East

Last updated: June 21, 2025, 18:21 UTC
Published: Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 17:54 UTC
Category: Middle East Military
Author: Seb Mil
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Recent satellite imagery reveals a substantial influx of U.S. aircraft Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia.

Satellite imagery taken on June 19 of Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia reveals a significant buildup of military aircraft.

Over the past week, U.S. and Allied Air Forces have been amassing at the base, which now hosts at least:

  • 54 F-16 fighter jets
  • 22 KC-135 refueling tankers
  • 11 C-130 transport aircraft
  • Several other aircraft parked on taxiways and in shelters

About 30 US Air Force tanker aircraft left USA on evening of Sunday 15 June 2025

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BySeb Mil
Seb Mil’s distinguished background in the French Air Force makes him an expert member of the AIRLIVE.net team. Contributes breaking military aviation news, video analyses, flight safety, aerobatic events and general aviation.

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