# crash

U.S. KC-135 Tanker Crashes in Western Iraq; CENTCOM Rules Out Combat or Friendly Fire

A U.S. KC-135 aerial refuelling tanker crashed in western Iraq on 12 March; CENTCOM said the loss was not caused by enemy fire or friendly fire and that rescue efforts continue. The incident complicates U.S. air operations in a tense region and will require a technical investigation to rule out mechanical failure, human error or mishap during refuelling.