RC-135 Rivet Joint

The Boeing RC-135 is a family of reconnaissance aircraft built by Boeing and modified by various companies. The aircraft are based on the C-135 Stratolifter airframe and have been in service since 1961, with various types of RC-135s having been in service over the years. The RC-135A was the first variant, ordered in 1962, followed by the RC-135B, which was used as an electronic intelligence aircraft. The RC-135 fleet has undergone significant upgrades, including the replacement of engines and the upgrade of flight deck instrumentation and navigation systems. The current RC-135 fleet has participated in numerous military operations, including the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, and the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.learn more on wikipedia