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McConnell hosts KC-135 Weapons System Council

Members of the KC-135 Stratotanker Weapons System Council pose in front of a KC-135 April 2, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The council met April 1-3 to discuss the future employment of the KC-135. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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McConnell hosts KC-135 Weapons System Council

Members of the KC-135 Stratotanker Weapons System Council enter a KC-46A Pegasus April 2, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Experts from McConnell, Fairchild and MacDill were in attendance for the council. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airmen 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Team McConnell participates in readiness exercise

Senior Airman Taurin Pugh, 22nd Security Forces installation entry controller, stands guard during a readiness exercise March 27, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Airmen assigned to the 22nd SFS tested response procedures during the exercise to increase readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Team McConnell participates in readiness exercise

An Airman assigned to the 22nd Security Force Squadron expands the Protection Level 2 area during a readiness exercise, March 27, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Security Forces Airmen marked the protected area with a red rope and warning signs, and the area was expanded after aircrews arrived. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Team McConnell participates in readiness exercise

An alert van drives quickly down the flightline during a readiness exercise March 27, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Alert crews quickly prepared to take off in a moment’s notice to test their response and increase readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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373rd TRS to begin KC-46 courses this year

A mat waits to welcome students to the 373rd Training Squadron Detachment 8 March 28, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The detachment will continue to train Airmen on KC-135 Stratotanker procedures while they begin to introduce KC-46A Pegasus curriculum later this year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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373rd TRS to begin KC-46 courses this year

The KC-46A Pegasus Training Facility waits to provide a learning environment for students receiving initial and transition training March 28, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base. The first classes are scheduled for Airmen assigned to the 22nd Maintenance Group to begin KC-46 courses in mid-April. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Team McConnell performs KC-46 fuel tank maintenance

A KC-46A Pegasus is prepared for fuel tank maintenance March 20, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Fuel systems repair technicians entered the tanks after the aircraft was safe for maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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KC-46 acceptance inspection

A KC-46A Pegasus boom is extended for an acceptance inspection Feb. 14, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The refueling boom system is controlled by the boom operator, who sits in an air refueling operator station with panoramic displays that help provide wing-tip to wing-tip situational awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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KC-46 acceptance inspection

Master Sgt. Chris Hughes, 22nd Maintenance Squadron hydraulics craftsman, performs an acceptance inspection on a KC-46A Pegasus boom Feb. 14, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Hydraulics Airmen are responsible for internal repairs, which can include fuel supply, electrical, mechanical and hydraulics systems of the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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KC-46 acceptance inspection

Master Sgt. Chris Hughes, 22nd Maintenance Squadron hydraulics craftsman, climbs onto a B4 stand to begin an acceptance inspection on a KC-46A Pegasus boom Feb. 14, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The KC-46 is able to pump fuel through a boom and drogue via wing aerial refueling pods. The additional refueling systems equip the aircraft with the ability to provide fuel to most fixed-wing, receivable aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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KC-46 acceptance inspection

Master Sgt. Chris Hughes, 22nd Maintenance Squadron hydraulics craftsman, and Staff Sgt. Jamie Berridy, 22nd MXS electrical environmental craftsman, watch as a KC-46A Pegasus boom extends for an acceptance inspection Feb. 14, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Along with the boom, the KC-46 can be equipped with wing aerial refueling pods, which gives the aircraft the capability to perform multi-point, simultaneous aerial refueling. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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The Four Chaplains Ceremony

Col. Phil Heseltine, 931st Air Refueling Wing commander, speaks during The Four Chaplain Ceremony Feb. 12, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. During the speech, an image of a stamp was displayed that the U.S. Postal Service issued in 1948 in remembrance of the chaplains. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Crawley)
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The Four Chaplains Ceremony

Volunteers and members of the chapel serve food during The Four Chaplains Ceremony Feb. 12, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. In 1944, the chaplains were posthumously awarded with the Distinguished Service Cross and Purple Heart. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Crawley)
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The Four Chaplains Ceremony

The Four Chaplains were recognized for their service and sacrifice during The Four Chaplains Ceremony Feb. 12, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. In 1943, the chaplain’s transport ship was hit by a torpedo from a German submarine. Survivors witnessed the chaplains praying on the deck of the sinking ship after giving away their own life jackets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Crawley)
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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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ALS Class 19-B Graduation

Class 19-B graduates from Airman Leadership School Feb.7, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexi Myrick)
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Week 2: KC-46 familiarization

Staff Sgt. Brannon Burch, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron KC-46A Pegasus aerospace maintenance craftsman, briefs 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron fire department Airmen during familiarization Feb. 5, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. McConnell’s fire department were able to get hands-on experience with operating the main cargo door while viewing exit and entrance points. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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