The “Triangle Y” behind Mobility’s Hometown

The historic “Triangle Y” tail marking is displayed on a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 97th Air Mobility Wing, March 11, 2020, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. During World War II, each bombardment group was identified by a special tail marking on the aircraft, each one different and unique for each group. The 97th Bombardment Group, which became the 97th AMW, was identified by a white triangle with a black “Y” in the middle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Breanna Klemm)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Breanna Klemm
VIRIN: 200311-F-XN197-0026.JPG
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NIKON D850

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24.0-70.0 mm f/2.8

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28/10

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1/8000

ISO

640

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