Retired KC-10A Starts New Life After Boneyard

A retired KC-10A aircraft, formerly part of the United States Air Force’s fleet, has begun operations following its decommissioning in 2024. The aircraft was previously housed at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, Arizona, within the Air National Guard's 163rd Airlift Wing. It is now operating with a private company specializing in aerial application services. This transition marks a new chapter for the veteran tanker plane, which had been grounded by the Air Force when it ended production of the KC-10A in 2004. The aircraft will be utilized for agricultural spraying purposes, extending its operational lifespan beyond military service.