• Witnessing their spouses' role in the refueling mission

    Fifteen spouses from the 22nd Operations Group flew on an orientation flight Oct. 4, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The four-hour flight showcased a KC-135 Stratotanker refueling another KC-135 over the Midwest. The event was meant as a tribute to the daily sacrifices made by McConnell

  • A chance to help out

    McConnell's 2012 Combined Federal Campaign is underway. The campaign is an effort to help Airmen and civilian employees to find a charity to benefit. There will be more than 2,000 different non-profit organizations McConnell Airmen can donate to.The campaign runs from Sept. 1 until Dec. 15, 2012;

  • Comptroller Airman flies T-6

    Not too many people can say they flew in an aerobatic plane. Even fewer can say that they performed the maneuvers themselves.Airman 1st Class Lindsay Allen, 22nd Comptroller Squadron budgetary analyst, can.Allen was chosen to fly in a North American T-6 Texan in recognition for being the 2011 Honor

  • McConnell AMC finalist for 2013 CINC Installation Excellence Award

    McConnell is Air Mobility Command's finalist for the 2013 Commander-in-Chief's Installation Excellence Award.As AMC's finalist, McConnell will go on to compete against nine other bases to earn the Air Force nod for the award.To compete for the award, a detailed report was submitted by each base in

  • 'I am Air Force Energy' campaign kicks off at McConnell

    October, "Energy Action Month," provides an opportunity to promote energy and water conservation awareness to Airmen as part of a national campaign led by the Department of Energy. The 2012 EAM theme, "I am Air Force Energy," puts the Airman at the center of the campaign. The goal is to inspire

  • 'Wings Over McConnell' showcases Airmen

    McConnell Air Force Base opened its doors to the public for the the 2012 McConnell Open House and Air Show Sept. 29 and 30. The air show is designed to gather and enhance the public awareness of Air Force preparedness, demonstrate modern weapon systems and capabilities, promote positive community

  • Chastain gets 'Knighted'

    Amanda Chastain joined the black and gold U.S. Army Parachute Team, "The Golden Knights", as they "dropped in" for the Wings over McConnell Open House and Air Show.A banner year for Chastain, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron spouse, she was selected as the 2012 Joan Orr Air Force Spouse of the Year

  • A 'thunderous' return home

    Even as the long line began to dwindle, Capt. Blaine Jones continued to greet people with a smile that reached across his defined jawline, and the enthusiasm of someone who truly enjoys what they do.Blaine, a U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron Thunderbirds pilot, was signing autographs and

  • Strongman breaks record in preparation for 'Wings Over McConnell'

    Strongman Mark Kirsch teams up with the U.S. Air Force to perform his Man vs. Jumbo Jet stunt as part of the "Pulls for the Troops" tour. On Sept. 26, 2012, Kirsch performed a pull for local media to promote the Wings Over McConnell Open House and Air Show which will take place Sept. 29 and 30. "It

  • 22nd MDSS Airman earns spotlight performer

    As a spotlight performer, individuals are chosen by leadership for demonstrating one or more of the 22nd ARW commander's intents: Foster a culture of excellence ... Develop the next generation of leaders ... Set and achieve goals.Airman 1st Class Tiffany Tobias, 22nd Medical Support Squadron medical