Fire training on the flight line

The 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters practice opening the crew entry door to a KC-135 Stratotanker during egress training April 27, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The base firefighters trained to arrive at the scene of a base emergency within minutes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)

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Fire training on the flight line

A 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter descends a ladder on the left wing of a KC-135 Stratotanker during egress training April 27, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Another firefighter held the bottom of the ladder to support the Airman from falling, which allowed them to safely exit and enter the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)

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Fire training on the flight line

The 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters exit through the port midships escape hatch of a KC-135 Stratotanker during egress training April 27, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Firefighters used the escape hatch as the primary entrance to the KC-135 while carrying the fire attack hose. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)

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Fire training on the flight line

Senior Airman Christopher Nodine, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, practices opening and closing the cargo door on a KC-135 Stratotanker during egress training April 27, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Each firefighter received hands-on training on how to manually operate the cargo door during a fire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)

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Fire training on the flight line

McConnell firefighters prepare to leave the flight line after egress training April 27, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Each firefighter is exposed to monthly training to retain their proficiency in responding to real-world emergencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)

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Fire training on the flight line

Airman 1st Class Nathaniel Dressler, 22nd Civil Engineering Squadron firefighter, packs up after egress training on the flight line April 27, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. At least two firefighters are needed to safely operate the fire attack hose. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)

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Fire training on the flight line

A fire attack hose is packed tightly into a firetruck April 27, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The hose is carefully stowed to prevent kinks that may stop the flow of water. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)

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Fire training on the flight line

Firefighter vehicles surround a KC-135 Stratotanker during egress training April 27, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The 22nd CES firefighters are expected to dawn their personal protective equipment and respond to an emergency within minutes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)

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Fire training on the flight line

Published May 1, 2018
By Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker
22nd Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- The 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters practice opening the crew entry door to a KC-135 Stratotanker during egress training April 27, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The base firefighters trained to arrive at the scene of a base emergency within minutes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)