Recent navigational data has unveiled a hidden logistical aspect of the American-Israeli air operations, showcasing a vast network of aerial refueling flights that sustain fighter jets during long-range strikes. This data indicates that the activity of aerial refueling tankers has notably increased since the onset of Israeli military actions against Iran in late February, reflecting the scale and continuity of these air operations.

According to an analysis from FlightRadar and ADS-B Exchange, which specialize in tracking air traffic, the open-source unit of Al Jazeera has documented 275 aerial refueling flights originating from Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv since February 28, up until recent days. These flights have taken various routes; the majority—221 flights—navigated eastward over Jordanian and Iraqi airspace, demonstrating a clear strategic focus on extending logistical support for the operations involved.

Additionally, 47 of the flights were directed towards the Arabian Gulf region, while 6 occurred off the Israeli coast, and one off the Egyptian shore. This geographical distribution of the flight patterns emphasizes a significant operational expansion, indicating that the Israeli military has been actively using air bridges to bolster air combat capabilities in the region, raising concerns about regional stability and the potential for wider conflict.