| Aircraft | |
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| Registration / Serial: | 525 |
| Military Code: | 31-CN |
| Aircraft Original Type: | Boeing C-135 Stratotanker |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | Boeing C-135 Stratotanker/Stratolifter |
| Aircraft Version: | Boeing KC-135RG Stratotanker |
| C/n (msn): | 18508 |
| Operator Titles: | France - Air Force |
| Location | |
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| City / Area: | Paris-Nanterre / A86-D914 [ Off-Airport ]Map |
| Country: | France |
| Event: | Bastille Day Parade 2025 |
| Photo Date: | 14 July 2025 |
| Photo by: | Wim Sonneveld |
| Photo ID: | 833670 |
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Its wing-tip refuelling pods already removed, this KC-135RG was readied for retirement when this picture was taken during Bastille Day 2025, the last appearance of this type over Paris. A few days later, it made its last flight with the French Air Force to Nimes, to be sold to Metrea. It wears special tail markings, commemorating its years of faithful service. This photo is copyright © Wim Sonneveld, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 7 August 2025, and has since been viewed 126 times. |