{"id":2924,"date":"2026-05-05T07:31:12","date_gmt":"2026-05-05T07:31:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/israelagora.com.br\/en\/?page_id=2924"},"modified":"2026-05-05T07:31:12","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T07:31:12","slug":"eua-preparam-entrega-de-aeronave-de-reabastecimento-kc-46-gideon-para-israel","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/israelagora.com.br\/en\/?page_id=2924","title":{"rendered":"Us prepares delivery of kc-46 refueling aircraft – gideon – to israel"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\r\n\tThe United States is about to deliver to Israel the first of at least six KC-46 Pegasus aerial refueling aircraft, manufactured by Boeing<\/strong><\/p>

The aircraft, christened “Gideon” by the Israeli Air Force, completed its first test flight in the United States and is expected to arrive in the country in about a month.\r\n<\/p>

\r\nThis delivery marks the beginning of the modernization of Israel’s aerial tanker fleet.<\/p>

\r\nThe KC-46 will replace the aging Boeing 707 aircraft (called Re’em), which are quite worn out after decades of use.<\/p>

\r\nWith greater range, capacity, and modern technology, the new aircraft will allow Israeli fighter jets to fly much greater distances without needing to land to refuel.\r\n<\/p>

\r\nAccording to the Israeli Ministry of Defense, the “Gideon” will be equipped with Israeli systems adapted to the operational needs of the Air Force.<\/p>

\r\nThis will significantly expand the reach of missions, helping the country maintain air superiority in different theaters of operation, including long-range scenarios.\r\n<\/p>

\r\nThe purchase was approved by the United States in 2020 as part of a military aid package.<\/p>

\r\nIsrael plans to initially receive six units, with the possibility of more in the future.<\/p>

\r\nThe first test flight, recently conducted in the US, confirms that the delivery process is progressing as planned.\r\n<\/p>

\r\nThis acquisition is seen as essential to strengthening Israel’s defensive and offensive capabilities, especially at a time of regional tensions that demand greater flexibility and power projection capabilities.<\/p>

\r\nThe KC-46 represents a major technological leap compared to older tanks, making Israeli air operations more efficient and safer.

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Published in 05\/05\/2026 07h31<\/em><\/p>\r\n

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