Senior Airman Antonio Burton, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron mobility technician, pulls a mobility bag off a shelf for inspection at the supply warehouse April 19, 2011, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Supply personnel examine readiness bags to ensure they contain all of the necessary equipment required for deployments. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Staff Sgt. Dallas Edwards)

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Airman 1st Class Shamorris Herring, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron mobility technician, performs an annual inventory of mobility gear April 19, 2010, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The supply section recently helped McConnell Airmen deploy at a moment’s notice to support Operation Odyssey Dawn. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Staff Sgt. Dallas Edwards)

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Airman 1st Class Kendall Velarde, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron mobility technician, uses a forklift to stow a box of equipment on a shelf April 19, 2011, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The supply section ensures Airmen deploy quickly and efficiently, a crucial element of McConnell’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Dallas Edwards)

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Senior Airman Cody Kittle, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron weapons vault technician, prepares an M-4 Carbine for issue at the weapons vault April 19, 2011, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The 22nd LRS maintains and provides equipment to McConnell Airmen for training exercises and real-world deployments. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Dallas Edwards)

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Mobility gear is stored in a warehouse for deployments and exercises April 19, 2011, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron supply section is a key player in supporting McConnell’s mobility requirements. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Staff Sgt. Dallas Edwards)

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Senior Airman Cody Kittle, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron weapons vault technician, takes a daily inventory of M-4 Carbines at McConnell’s weapons vault April 19, 2011, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Weapons are cleaned and inspected before being issued to Airmen who are deploying or participating in exercises. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Staff Sgt. Dallas Edwards)

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(Left to right) Staff Sgt. James Marsh, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron inbound supervisor, turns in previously issued body armor to Senior Airman Antonio Burton, 22nd LRS mobility technician April 19, 2011, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Supply personnel inspect returned items for damage and cleanliness to insure the gear is serviceable for the next individual who uses the equipment. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Staff Sgt. Dallas Edwards)

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Airmen 'supply' McConnell

Published April 21, 2011
By Staff Sgt. Dallas Edwards
22nd Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- The 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron maintains and provides equipment to McConnell Airmen for training exercises and real-world deployments. The supply section recently helped McConnell Airmen deploy at a moment's notice to support Operation Odyssey Dawn.