USAF KC 46 Pegasus squawks 7700 over Persian Gulf as missing tanker reports surface

Published on 5 May 2026

It flew from Tel Aviv, then hit trouble after Hormuz

A US Air Force Boeing KC-46 Pegasus tanker reportedly squawked emergency code 7700 over the Persian Gulf after departing Tel Aviv and crossing the Strait of Hormuz. Earlier, a KC-135 transmitted the same emergency and then disappeared from radar. Unverified reports cite possible GPS jamming and unclear aircraft status, with no official confirmation yet. Here’s the timeline, flight path, and FL220 details.

USAF tanker reportedly squawked 7700 over the Persian Gulf
Flight route included Tel Aviv and the Strait of Hormuz crossing
Another tanker reportedly sent 7700 before going off radar
Reports mention possible GPS jamming and unconfirmed aircraft status

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USAF KC 46 Pegasus squawks 7700 over Persian Gulf as missing tanker reports surface

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