WATCH: Israeli Air Force welcomes ‘Gideon’ – its newest refueling aircraft

The Israeli Air Force formally received its first of six new KC-46 Pegasus refueling aircraft manufactured by Boeing, part of a $2.4 billion package.

Israel received its first Boeing KC-46 “Gideon” refueling aircraft from the US.

The KC-46 carries more fuel and can refuel more aircraft than Israel’s older tankers, extending the range of F-35s, F-15s, and F-16s.

Israel is expected to receive at least six KC-46 aircraft. pic.twitter.com/ozufy1FN2K

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