The United States Air Force/McDonnell Douglas KC-10A advanced tanker/cargo aircraft is a version of the intercontinental-range DC-10 Series 30CF (convertible freighter), modified to provide increased mobility for U.S. forces in contingency operations by: refueling fighters and simultaneously carrying the fighters' support equipment and support people on overseas deployments. Refueling strategic airlifters (such as the USAF C-5 and C-17) during overseas deployments and resupply missions; and augmenting the U.S. airlift capability.
- Country of Origin:
United States
- First Flight:
July 12, 1980
- Initial Service Date:
March 1981
- No. Built:
60
- No. In Service:
59
- No. of Hardpoints:
0
- Crew:
4