News

July 1, 2024
22 ARW completes first 45-hour nonstop KC-46 flight around the world

A 22nd Air Refueling Wing KC-46A Pegasus executed the world’s first nonstop, KC-46A Pegasus westbound circumnavigation endurance flight, called Project Magellan, June 29-July 1 starting and finishing here.This flight was the latest Maximum Endurance Operation (MEO) for the KC-46A Pegasus, Air
June 27, 2024
USAFA Cadets visit McConnell

The 22nd Air Refueling Wing hosted nine cadets from the U.S. Air Force Academy as part of Operation Air Force program, June 4-19, 2024.
June 21, 2024
McConnell and Wichita firefighters bring the heat during joint training

Airman 1st Class Angie Saravia, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, pulls a hose during a live fire training exercise June 18, 2024, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. This was a bipartisan training exercise between firemen from McConnell and the Eisenhower Airport Fire and Police Department
June 14, 2024
Five & Thrive: McConnell, Derby Schools form Partnership Council

McConnell and Derby Public Schools recently developed a Military-Connected Educational Partnership Council.
June 11, 2024
The end of an era; the 350th EARS flies last scheduled KC-135 deployment

In a world with an ever-changing battlefield, one need stays the same. Rapid global mobility is the key to every weapon in the U.S. Air Force’s arsenal. From refueling the fighters that maintain peace and stability throughout the globe to delivering humanitarian aid where it’s needed most- air
June 6, 2024
New Drone Capabilities Evaluated by McConnell’s Innovation Lab

Drone manufacturer Skydio and Boeing collaborated with McConnell's innovation lab to introduce a new drone program to wing leadership and future operators May 29, 2024.
June 4, 2024
McConnell Airmen recognized by Clark Elementary

Clark Elementary School recognized McConnell Air Force Base with an appreciation award May 10 at the school in Wichita, Kansas. Airmen from McConnell volunteered to mentor and tutor the students for over eight years.
May 23, 2024
Honoring our Defenders: McConnell pays tribute for Police Week

Defenders and local police came together to commemorate National Police Week May 13 – 17 through various events across the base.
May 21, 2024
McConnell Airmen Prepare for Frontiers in Flight Airshow

Eyes up, Wichita!Team McConnell is gearing up for the Frontiers in Flight Open House and Airshow, scheduled for Aug. 24-25. The U.S. Navy Blue Angels are the headline performers and last performed in Wichita 17 years ago.
May 10, 2024
McConnell Airmen Deliver U.S. humanitarian aid for Honduras, Topping 6 Million Pounds with Denton Program

A KC-46A Pegasus from the 931st Air Refueling Wing, McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, delivers 12 pallets of cargo for the Denton Program at Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras, May 8, 2024.