A limited number of KC-135 aircraft can be equipped with external wing-mounted pods to conduct drogue air refueling, while still maintaining boom air refueling capability on the same mission. This dual refueling capability makes KC- 135s with multi-point refueling systems ideal for use as ground alert aircraft. Also called MPRS. See also air refueling. (JP 3-17)
MULTI-POINT REFUELING SYSTEM
Meaning of MULTI-POINT REFUELING SYSTEM in English
DOD English dictionary of military terms. Английский словарь военных терминов DOD. 2012