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B1-B Lancer bomber departs Dyess AFB; KC135R Stratotanker follows from MacDill AFB

"Breaking: A B1-B Lancer bomber departs Dyess AFB while a KC135R Stratotanker follows from MacDill AFB. Discover the latest on USAF operations and readiness."

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B1-B Lancer bomber departs Dyess AFB; KC135R Stratotanker follows from MacDill AFB
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On Thursday, October 23, 2025, a B1-B Lancer bomber from the United States Air Force (USAF), with registration number 86-0127, departed from Dyess Air Force Base (AFB) at approximately 8:30 UTC, heading east.

About one hour and thirty minutes later, a KC135R Stratotanker, registration 63-8879, took off from MacDill AFB in Tampa, Florida, under the call sign DREW14.

These movements are part of ongoing military operations, reflecting the USAF"s capabilities and readiness. For related coverage, see recent developments in international military actions.