French A330 MRTTs certified to refuel British spy planes

France certifies its A330 MRTTs to refuel the Royal Air Force's RC-135W Rivet Joint spy planes.

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These British surveillance aircraft currently cannot be refueled by the RAF's own A330 MRTTs.

This certification enhances interoperability between French and British air forces.

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