Eight more F-16CJs, additional tankers asked for Iraq operations

Gen. Anthony Zinni, commander of the U.S. Central Command, said he is asking for eight more F-16CJ fighters and additional tanker aircraft to beef up forces opposing Iraq. "I've made a request for additional F-16CJs, eight of them, and additional tankers which obviously gives us the ability to stay...

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