• Psychologist shares tips for resiliency

    Team McConnell personnel had the opportunity to attend resiliency training at the base theater July 23, here.Dr. Craig Bryan, a clinical psychologist in cognitive behavioral psychology, held three presentations to discuss the topic of career satisfaction and resiliency.Bryan, a former Air Force

  • Not your typical prototype: Block 45 upgrades take off

    Pilots from the 22nd Operations Group flew the first training mission with Block 45 upgrades in one of the wing's KC-135 Stratotankers July 22, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan.Block 45 addresses critical obsolete aircraft equipment and safety of flight issues including a new auto pilot, a new radio

  • Kansas, Oklahoma 'DEPers' visit McConnell AFB

    The decision to join the military may not be easy. Deciding which branch to join may be even more difficult.The recruiters in the 349th Recruiting Squadron D-flight, based out of Tinker Air Force Base, Okla., try their best to make one option soar above the others.The flight, consisting of seven

  • Donation to library sparks plans

    The base library recently received a $4,500 donation from Webster University, one of four colleges that offer classes here at the Robert J. Dole Community Center. The donation was provided with the intent of expanding the library and base education's science, technology, engineering and mathematics

  • 22nd OG receives new leadership

    Col. Jennifer L. Uptmor took command of the 22nd Operations Group during a change of command ceremony July 16.Riney's leadership as the 22nd OG commander helped McConnell AFB earn more than 36 higher-headquarters awards the last two years."You led your folks, you gave them a vision, and you let them

  • Doctor offers resiliency training to Team McConnell

    All Team McConnell members are encouraged to attend a briefing by Dr. Craig Bryan, a renowned Clinical Psychologist in Cognitive Behavioral Psychology, Tuesday, July 23.Bryan will speak to participants about improving career satisfaction and resilience, as well as how to reduce suicide risk.There

  • McConnell Airmen relay for life

    In support of cancer awareness, Senior Airman Roslyn Longmire, 384th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, assembled a team of runners to participate in the Relay for Life of Derby July 12, 2013, Derby Kan. The Relay for Life is an annual event where teams honor the lives of people who have battled

  • McConnell Reserve unit honors, thanks local employer

    The Air Force Reserve 931st Air Refueling Group honored a local Wichita employer for exceptional support of the unit's wartime mission today.Col. Mark S. Larson, commander of the 931st Air Refueling Group, presented Beechcraft Corporation with a certificate and letter of appreciation for their

  • AMC Airmen learn resilience

    Air Mobility Command continues to support its Airmen's morale and well being through a resiliency training program.A one-day resiliency course is required for all AMC active duty Airmen and must be completed before the year's end. Resilience training was developed in collaboration with the