hill afb refueler fleet modernization

Hill AFB is 2nd base to modernize refueler fleet with commercial trucks — Photo by Soran Ali on Pexels

35% Fleet & Commercial Cost Savings At Hill AFB

35% Fleet & Commercial Cost Savings At Hill AFB Hill AFB reduced its annual maintenance spend by 35% - about $4.2 million in FY 2025 - by replacing aircraft-integrated refuelers with commercial truck platforms. The shift leverages lower axle wear, standardised parts and streamlined technician labour, delivering a measurable

Hill AFB is 2nd base to modernize refueler fleet with commercial trucks — Photo by RDNE Stock project on Pexels

hill afb refueler fleet modernization

Modernize Hill AFB Fleet & Commercial - Trucking Myths Exposed

Adding commercial trucks can cut refuelling operations time by up to 30% and deliver measurable cost savings for Hill AFB, while also extending vehicle life and reducing maintenance downtime. In the last fiscal year the base recorded a 30% reduction in idle refuel time after deploying the first commercial-grade refueler,