PACAF selects Tinian as preferred alternative divert island

Pacific Air Force has selected Tinian, north of Guam, as its preferred alternative divert and exercise training island.

By US Military (defense.gov email) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons

The island’s airport will be upgraded to support up to 12 aerial refueling aircraft and support personnel. The U.S. Air Force will conduct up to eight exercises there.

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