The 133d Air Refueling Squadron is a unit of the United States Air Force, specializing in air-to-air refueling operations. The squadron’s primary mission involves extending the combat radius and endurance of other aircraft by transferring fuel during flight. This strategic capability ensures continuous operations for the U.S. military over extended ranges without the need to land for fuel. Based at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, the 133d ARS operates a fleet of KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft. The squadron is part of the 22nd Operations Group and is under the operational control of the Air Mobility Command. Its history dates back to World War II, with notable contributions in both the Korean and Vietnam Wars, as well as more recent global operations.