Air Tanker Units
About
An air tanker, or aerial refuelling tanker, plays a crucial role in extending the operational range and endurance of military aircraft during missions. These specialised aircraft are equipped with refuelling systems that allow them to transfer fuel to fighter jets, bombers, and other aircraft while in flight. This capability enables military aircraft to remain airborne for longer durations, conduct extended missions, and reach distant targets that would otherwise be beyond their normal operational range. Overall, air tankers are critical force enablers, significantly enhancing the effectiveness and reach of military air power across global theatres of operation.
Abilities
Abilities: Act as a staging point (acts as a mobile airport) for aircraft.
Aerial Refueling Aircraft
Aerial refueling aircraft serve as mobile refueling stations, extending the operational range of other aircraft and enhancing mission flexibility.
Mechanics
When an aircraft reaches the limit of its movement attribute, it can return to a refueling aircraft instead of an airport. This effectively "resets" its movement, allowing it to continue its mission beyond its normal range.
Aerial refueling aircraft can support multiple units, providing mid-air refueling to extend their operational reach.
Positioned strategically, they act as mobile airports, enabling aircraft to continue operations without needing to return to base.
Strategic Importance
Aerial refueling aircraft are crucial for long-range missions, enabling aircraft to conduct operations far from friendly territory. Their ability to extend range and flexibility in mission planning makes them a key asset for extended air operations, especially in hostile or contested environments.
