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A crew prepares a KC-135 Stratotanker for takeoff at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, April 25, 2025. The aircraft was transferred to MacDill AFB in Tampa, Florida. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick O'Neill)

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A crew salutes a KC-135 Stratotanker at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, April 25, 2025. The aircraft was given the name "Cherokee Rose" at its previous base in Georgia before it was assigned to McConnell. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick O'Neill)

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Precision under pressure: Training the next generation of tactical experts

(From left) Senior Airman Ethan Ferrera 722nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron flying crew chief (FCC), Capt. Augustus Bates, 350th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, and Senior Airman Ethan Ferrera, 722nd AMXS FCC, stand in front of a KC-135 engine April 17, 2025, at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Arizona. Bates worked with the flying crew chiefs to ensure the jet was mission ready before performing a low-level flying mission over California. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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Precision under pressure: Training the next generation of tactical experts

Capt. Luke Hartings, 350th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, flies through mountainous terrain April 16, 2025, over California. Hartings participated in a low-level flying mission to build skills and confidence in preparation for U.S. Air Force Weapons School. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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Precision under pressure: Training the next generation of tactical experts

Capt. Rachel Kelly, 350th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, navigates a KC-135 April 17, 2025, over eastern California. Kelly is a U.S. Air Force Weapons School graduate and mentors future students. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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Precision under pressure: Training the next generation of tactical experts

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Precision under pressure: Training the next generation of tactical experts

(From left) Capt. Luke Hartings, Capt. Augustus Bates and Capt. Rachel Kelly, 350th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilots, communicate during a low-level mission April 16, 2025, over California. Bates and Hartings gained tactics experience on the flight in preparation for U.S. Air Force Weapons School. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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Precision under pressure: Training the next generation of tactical experts

Capt. Rachel Kelly, 350th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, provides instructions to students in a KC-135 April 17, 2025, over eastern California. Kelly is a U.S. Air Force Weapons School graduate and mentors future students. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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Precision under pressure: Training the next generation of tactical experts

(From left) Capt. Augustus Bates and Capt. Luke Hartings, 350th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilots, preform pre-flight duties before a low-level flight April 17, 2025, at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Arizona. Bates and Hartings gained tactics experience on the flight in preparation for U.S. Air Force Weapons Schools. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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Precision under pressure: Training the next generation of tactical experts

350th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Statotanker pilots navigate through mountainous terrain April 17, 2025, over eastern California. Low-level flights that require precision can help pilots build confidence in their abilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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Precision under pressure: Training the next generation of tactical experts

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Precision under pressure: Training the next generation of tactical experts

Senior Airman Ethan Ferrera, 722nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron flying crew chief, performs a pre-flight inspection under a KC-135 Stratotanker April 16, 2025, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Ferrera performed the check before a low-level mission over Death Valley. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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Precision under pressure: Training the next generation of tactical experts

Capt. Augustus Bates, 350th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, operates a KC-135 April 17, 2025, over Kansas. Bates participated in a low-level flying mission to build skills and confidence in preparation for U.S. Air Force Weapons School. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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Precision under pressure: Training the next generation of tactical experts

(From left) Capt. Augustus Bates and Capt. Luke Hartings, 350th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilots, bump fists April 16, 2025, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Bates and Hartings gained tactics experience on this flight in preparation for U.S. Air Force Weapons School. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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22nd Air Refueling Wing Family Festival of Fun

Team McConnell members attend the Family Festival of Fun at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, April 12, 2025. The festival is an annual event hosted by the 22nd FSS in honor of Month of the Military Child. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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22nd Air Refueling Wing Family Festival of Fun

Kita, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog, waits for a command at the Family Festival of Fun at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, April 12, 2025. The demonstration, put on by the 22nd Security Forces Squadron, showcased the capabilities of MWD teams. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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22nd Air Refueling Wing Family Festival of Fun

Kita, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog, bites the arm of a 22nd SFS member during the Family Festival of Fun at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, April 12, 2025. The demonstration, put on by the 22nd Security Forces Squadron, showcased the capabilities of MWD teams. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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22nd Air Refueling Wing Family Festival of Fun

Team McConnell members attend the ‘Family Festival of Fun at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, April 12, 2025. The festival is an annual event hosted by the 22nd FSS in honor of Month of the Military Child. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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22nd Air Refueling Wing Family Festival of Fun

Sparky the Fire Dog meets with a Family Festival of Fun attendant at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, April 12, 2025. Sparky, the official mascot of the National Fire Protection Association, greeted children during the festival to promote fire safety education. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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22nd Air Refueling Wing Family Festival of Fun

Sparky the Fire Dog meets with a Family Festival of Fun attendant at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, April 12, 2025. The festival is an annual event hosted by the 22nd FSS in honor of Month of the Military Child. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paula Arce)

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