• Photo essay: Airfield systems Airmen protect runways

    Airmen from the 22nd Communications Squadron perform preventative maintenance on McConnell's Tactical Air Navigation system periodically to maintain its integrity. The $250,000 TACAN is a system used by all military to help guide aircrew to a military airfield. To view the slideshow, click here.

  • Enlisted Heritage Hall re-opens

    After being closed more than three months for renovations, the Enlisted Heritage Hall reopened in a ceremony at the Robert J. Dole Community Center, March 22. The 400 square foot facility, located in the same hallway as the Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Thomas N. Barnes Airman Leadership School

  • 'Legends of Aerospace' inspires Airmen

    As an unassuming man with wispy white hair and glasses walked into a room, the crowd of uniformed personnel turned expectantly toward the door."Hi, I'm Neil Armstrong," the man said in a soft voice and smiled."Oh yes sir, we know," came the reply. "Welcome to Ramstein."Organized by Armed Forces

  • 22nd FSS member receives spotlight performer award

    Senior Airman Michelle Prevot has served in the Air Force for four years. She has been stationed at McConnell since completing technical training in 2006. Her hobbies include reading, spending time with her family and friends and drinking coffee. Who is the most positive influence in your life and

  • Photo essay: AFRC assists military families

    Airman and family readiness centers across the Air Force were previously known as family support centers. The center's mission at the 22nd Air Refueling Wing offers a variety of programs that helps servicemembers and their families including transition assistance classes, Hearts Apart and child

  • Bod Pod soon available to McConnell members

    The Health and Wellness Center recently received a new machine that will aid Team McConnell members by accurately measuring their body composition.The Bod Pod, a computerized, egg-shaped chamber measures a person's body fat and lean muscle mass in less than four minutes and has already been

  • 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron member earns spotlight performer award

    Staff Sgt. Tynesia Riley has served in the Air Force for eight years. She has been stationed at McConnell for seven years. Her hobbies include singing, coaching youth basketball and spending time with her family.Who is the most positive influence in your life and why? The most positive influence in

  • AMC commander: 'Air Mobility Airmen continue to answer the call'

    When the President announced 30,000 more U.S. troops were needed in Afghanistan, it was no surprise that mobility Airmen would play a major role in helping make this a reality. In fact, many of you at home and abroad have already worked overtime to ensure the first wave of troops reached Afghanistan