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EOD Airmen perform IED training

A robot controlled by Senior Airman Kaanen Brabbs, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordinance Disposal journeyman, uses a camera to look into a trash can to investigate a simulated improvised explosive device during training Oct. 24, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The use of robots allows EOD technicians to perform all necessary procedures while dealing with IEDs, including reconnaissance, radiological diagnostics and defusing, from a safe distance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Erin McClellan)
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EOD Airmen perform IED training

A robot, controlled by Senior Airman Kaanen Brabbs, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordinance Disposal journeyman, sets down a bundle of wire after removing it from a trash can while investigating a simulated improvised explosive device during a training exercise Oct. 24, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Because every IED is different, every operation must be treated as a completely new threat, making it crucial that EOD Airmen remain proficient on these procedures by routinely completing training exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Erin McClellan)
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EOD Airmen perform IED training

Airmen assigned to the 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordinance Disposal flight conducted improvised explosive device training Oct. 24, 2017 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Performing routine training helps the Airmen maintain their skillsets, ensuring they can respond quickly to any threat posed to the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Erin McClellan)
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Equipped to refuel: AFE saves lives

Staff Sgt. Jason Samson, 22nd Operations Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment technician, tests a quick-don oxygen mask Aug. 10, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The masks are exchanged every 30 days to make sure the equipment is always ready for use during an emergency situation, such as a recent occurrence of an in-flight emergency when smoke filled the cabin and the aircrew safely landed the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Airman Alan Ricker)
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Equipped to refuel: AFE saves lives

The quick-don oxygen mask is used to administer oxygen directly to aircrew and prevent loss of consciousness in an event of sudden loss of cabin pressure. It also protects against effects of toxic fumes in the event of an aircraft fire. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Equipped to refuel: AFE saves lives

Senior Airman Jordon Porter, 22nd Operations Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment technician, cleans a flight helmet for a post-flight check Aug. 10, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Porter and other AFE Airmen are tasked with maintaining flight helmets, chemical gear, night vision goggles and other safety equipment used by aircrew. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Equipped to refuel: AFE saves lives

McConnell Airmen equip a KC-135 Stratotanker for flight Aug 11, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Everything is tested and checked to allow aircrew to safely conduct missions even during an emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Equipped to refuel: AFE saves lives

Senior Airman Jordon Porter, 22nd Operations Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment technician, prepares chemical gear Aug. 11, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. AFE Airmen maintain chemical gear by searching for the smallest holes, scratches or tears that could potentially endanger a life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Everybody loves rainmen

Staff Sgt. Tom Lapeer, 22nd Operation Support Squadron weather forecaster, checks the gages on a tactical weather observing system, Feb. 5, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The observing system is one of many tools 22nd OSS meteorologists use to forecast weather in order to keep McConnell’s personnel and equipment safe. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Tara Fadenrecht)
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Excellence during UEI recognized

Members of Team McConnell receive recognition for excellence for their performance during a Unit Effectiveness Inspection Feb. 11, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. During the UEI, inspectors reviewed how McConnell operates and how efficiently the unit carries out its mission. (U.S. Air Force by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Excellence during UEI recognized

Members of Team McConnell receive recognition for excellence for their performance during a Unit Effectiveness Inspection Feb. 11, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. During the UEI, inspectors reviewed how McConnell operates and how efficiently the unit carries out its mission. (U.S. Air Force by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Excellence during UEI recognized

Members of Team McConnell receive recognition for excellence for their performance during a Unit Effectiveness Inspection Feb. 11, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. During the UEI, inspectors reviewed how McConnell operates and how efficiently the unit carries out its mission. (U.S. Air Force by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Ex-crew chief reunites with pilot, retiring aircraft

Lt. Col. Jeff Hogan, 23rd Fighter Group deputy commander, Moody Air Force Base, Ga., and Staff Sgt. Neil Oltmer, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron structural journeyman, walk away from an A-10 Thunderbolt II, May 20, 2014, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Hogan and Oltmer reunited to launch the aircraft on its final flight en route to the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Aircraft Boneyard. Oltmer was a dedicated crew chief for the retiring A-10 before cross-training to the Civil Engineer career field. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class David Bernal Del Agua)
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Exercise Vigilant Shield 16

First Lt. Johnathan Pavan, 194th Fighter Squadron pilot, flies an F-15C Eagle assigned to the 144th Fighter Wing, Fresno Air National Guard Base, California, as he receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to Fairchild Air Force Base, California, Oct. 20, 2015, over northern Canada. From Oct. 15 - 26, 2015, approximately 700 members from the Canadian Armed Forces, United States Air Force, United States Navy, and United States Air National Guard are deploying to Iqaluit, Nunavut, and 5 Wing Goose Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador for Exercise Vigilant Shield 16 (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Victor J. Caputo)
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Faces of McConnell

Airman 1st Class Ian Woodburn, 22nd Communications Squadron radio frequency transmission systems apprentice, poses for a photo Oct. 6, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Airman assigned to the 22nd CS provide all telephone, radio service, navigational aid and weather systems maintenance for the wing. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker) (This image was created in color and changed to black and white)
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Faces of Rapid Global Mobility

Airman 1st Class Matthew McClendon, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter. The Air Force is helping me accomplish my dreams. I have always wanted to be a firefighter and I plan on going back to Joint Base Elmendorf Alaska, where I was originally stationed for three years and work for the Air National Guard and be a civilian firefighter. I joined for education. The Air Force has helped me with certifications and will help me with schooling when I separate. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Christopher Thornbury)
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Fall pet safety

Staff Sgt. Pierre Delgado, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and Rakker, 22nd SFS military working dog, go through obedience drills Oct. 31, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Obedience drills keep the dogs fit and acclimated to the weather as it gets colder. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jose L. Leon)
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Family affair: Squadron aides Airman’s family in Puerto Rico

Airman 1st Class Mineisha Gomez-Fink, 22nd Operations Support Squadron host aviation resource manager, poses for a photo with co-workers and leadership from the 22nd OSS Nov. 11, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The 22nd OSS provided monetary donations, supplies and other gifts for Gomez-Fink to take to her family in Puerto Rico after the country was devastated by a hurricane in September. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Family medical services ‘resets’ with new program

Airman 1st Class Haley Reeder, 22nd Medical Operations Squadron family medical technician, gives a report to 1st Lt. James McDonald, 22nd MDOS family health clinic physician assistant, after assisting a patient Jan. 12, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Reeder explained that the RESET program helps the medical services staff continue to stay eager and enjoy their time at work. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Family reunites after four years apart

Airman 1st Class Messan Atayi, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron Individual Protective Equipment journeyman, poses for a photo with his wife and daughter Aug. 18, 2017, at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, Wichita, Kan. Atayi met his daughter for the first time and was reunited with his wife after four years apart. (Courtesy photo)
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