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  • New force support squadron will streamline McConnell base functions

    When it comes to people programs, community support and quality of life, there will soon be one organization on base that will handle it all - the force support squadron. The new organization is the result of an ongoing Air Force-wide merger of mission support and services squadrons and is expected

  • Wing wide 6S event promotes AFSO 21

    In an effort to de-clutter and organize work areas wing-wide, a 6S event is scheduled August 4 to 15 as a contribution to the lean process of Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st Century. The term "6S" describes how Airmen in squadrons and base organizations can sort, straighten, shine, and

  • Improved processes increase 379th AEW efficiency

    After more than six years of operations, the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing remains one of the largest wings in the Air Force's central area of responsibility, supporting an average of 70 missions per day during the last year. While carrying out the daily missions is a top priority for commanders,

  • Airman’s Attic holds school supply giveaway

    The Airman's Attic and the Airman and Family Readiness Center are hosting the last week of a two-week annual event in which school supplies are provided to personnel and dependents base wide. "The AFRC has been in charge of coordinating the school supplies giveaway for years," said Bill Luzier, 22nd

  • MXS fabrication flight keeps tankers flying

    When people put together a jigsaw puzzle; if one piece is missing, the picture isn't complete. The same theory can be said about a KC-135 Stratotanker; if one piece is missing, the jet may not lift off the runway. Lucky for the almost 60-year-old aircraft fleet, the 22nd Maintenance Squadron's

  • Congratulations to McConnell’s newest ALS graduates

    Congratulations to the following senior airmen who graduated here July 17. 22nd Aerospace Medicine Squadron Tamara Alben 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Jose Garcia Shawn Mason 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron Matthew Rider Jeffrey Kronenberger Shawn Miranda 22nd Force Support Squadron Connie

  • Stay safe while mowing

    Before grabbing the lawn mower, Mark Erpelding, 22nd Air Refueling Wing, ground safety, would like people to consider these safety tips from University of Arkansas division of agriculture. · People should refer to their operator's manuals; they explain how to safely and properly use a lawn mower. ·