• 22 ARW hosts Tanker Trot

    Col. Cory Damon, 22nd Air Refueling Wing commander, speaks during the Tanker Trot Oct. 19, 2024, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The Tanker Trot is an annual event featuring both a 5K and 10K bringing together Airmen, their families and the local community to promote fitness and camaraderie.

  • 22 CES hosts annual Fire Muster

    An Airman from the 22nd Contracting Squadron throws a fire hose during the annual 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Muster Oct. 10, 2024, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The Fire Muster consisted of five teams competing for the fastest time to complete various tasks such as unrolling a large

  • Sully's Full Circle: A Sibling Reunion at 25,000 Feet

    "I thought I heard his voice and was like, 'Is that him? I don't know.’”At an altitude of 25,000 feet, Capt. Elizabeth "Sully" Brakefield, 344th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, experienced an unforgettable moment as she refueled a formation of U.S. Navy EA-18 Growlers, including one with her brother,

  • Team McConnell enjoys Family Mobility Line

    A Family Mobility Line attendant tours a chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear materials display on Sept. 21, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. CBRN is responsible for protection, decontamination, response planning and detection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

  • Your Why, Our Strength

    “The exhibit encourages individuals to reflect and express their personal motivations and support networks, strengthening cohesion,” said McConnell prevention coordinator Nicole Schmalbach. “This exhibit highlights reliance within the McConnell community. It also highlights the role of protective

  • Team McConnell participates in POW/MIA Remembrance Week

    The 22nd Air Refueling Wing Honor Guard salutes the U.S. flag during the POW/MIA week opening ceremony at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Sept. 16, 2024. The wreath laying ceremony reflects commitment to finding prisoners of war actively missing and recognizes the sacrifices made by those service

  • McConnell maintenance keep the mission going

    Senior Airman Tricia Hance and Senior Airman Christian Capps, both 22nd Maintenance Squadron electrical apprentices, fix the wing of a KC-46A Pegasus Sept. 18, 2024, at McConnell Air Force Base Kansas. The maintenance sections in the Air Force are responsible for ensuring aircraft and equipment are