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  • C-5M Super Galaxy 'flexes muscles' supporting Afghanistan surge

    During a recent operation in support of the nation's 30,000 troop plus-up in Afghanistan, Air Mobility Command's newest C-5 airlifter got a chance to flex its M-model muscles.And according to those closest to the operation, the results were impressive.Dubbed the C-5M Super Galaxy, the newest C-5 to

  • AETC briefing team delivers special duty message

    An Air Education and Training Command special duty briefing team arrived at McConnell looking for future recruiters, military training instructors and military training leaders July 22, 2010.The team travels to Air Force bases world-wide to share information about special duty assignments. Senior

  • Local judge briefs JA Airmen

    A Sedgwick County 18th judicial district court judge trained 22nd Air Refueling Wing Judge Advocate Airmen about the Kansas domestic laws July 16, 2010. Jeff Syrios, who works in family law, took half of his day to support McConnell's Judge Advocate Airmen and McConnell's mission."I offered to meet

  • Airmen reminded of off-limits locations

    When Airmen unwind after the duty day, the last thing they want to worry about is whether or not their after hour's destination is safe.The McConnell Disciplinary Control Board is tasked with this duty, and while McConnell is still in the midst of the Critical Days of Summer, they want to help

  • Aircrew flight equipment: One stop shop

    Aircrew flight equipment Airmen maintain and repair aircrew eye, respiratory and protective systems annually. The Airmen inspect more than 400 helmets each year.  Aircrew flight equipment Airmen ensure the safety of McConnell's aircrew by inspecting the safety equipment capable of helping aircrew

  • McConnell congratulates NCO Academy graduates

    Team McConnell would like to recognize its technical sergeants who graduated July 14 from Forrest L. Vosler Non-commissioned Officer Academy at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo.22nd Aerospace Medicine SquadronMary NelsonJason Staggers22nd Civil Engineer SquadronPhillip HauserArlen Wilkes22nd