The 136th Air Refueling Squadron is a component unit of the U.S. Air Force’s Air Mobility Command, specifically part of the Ohio Air National Guard. This squadron specializes in air refueling operations, providing aerial refueling support to various aircraft using KC-135 tanker aircraft. The 136th ARS is stationed at Rickenbacker International Airport in Columbus, Ohio. The squadron’s primary mission is to extend the range and endurance of other military aircraft, enabling extended operations over vast geographical areas. This essential role ensures that U.S. forces can operate effectively worldwide, maintaining global readiness and responding swiftly to crises as necessary.