B-1B flew to Japan for integration training with JASDF despite fuel spray on windshield

The crew of a B-1B bomber had to deal with reduced visibility after fuel was sprayed on the aircraft’s windshield during its second aerial refueling.

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer integrated with Koku-Jieitai, or Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) aircraft during a Bomber Task Force mission, Jan. 12, 2021. BTF missions enable bomber force to regularly conduct combined theater security cooperation with allies and partners, demonstrating the U.S.’s capability to command, control and conduct bomber missions across the globe. (Courtesy photo)

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