Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker crash, Mar 12, 2026 (6 killed)

Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker accident on March 12, 2026 near Iraq with 6 fatalities. Cause: Under investigation.

• Date: March 12, 2026
• Aircraft: Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker
• Location: Iraq
• Fatalities: 6
• Phase of flight: En route
• Cause: Under investigation

A USAF KC 135 Stratotanker was lost in western Iraq in a mishap that was not caused by hostile or friendly fire. All six crew were killed.

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