The Economic Times

Where is USAF second tanker Boeing KC-46 Pegasus, and why did it declare emergency over Persian Gulf? Full explainer on 7700 emergency, flight plan, path, FL220 and missing tanker reports

Where is USAF second tanker Boeing KC-46 Pegasus, and why did it declare emergency over Persian Gulf? A US Air Force tanker squawked 7700 over the Persian Gulf after flying from Tel Aviv and crossing the Strait of Hormuz. Another KC-135 tanker earlier transmitted the same emergency code and disappeared from radar. Reports mention GPS jamming, unknown aircraft status, and no official confirmation yet. This explainer covers the emergency code, flight plan, FL220 altitude, and what is known.