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Airmen in a League of their own

The League of Extraordinary Airmen poses with Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, Air Mobility Command commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Brian Kruzelnick, Air Mobility Command chief at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Feb. 3, 2021. The League of Extraordinary Airmen enlisted organization provides Airmen an opportunity to unite and increase motivation and mental health. (Courtesy photo)
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Fire and ice

Master Sgt. James Betts, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron fire prevention assistant chief, ignites a controlled fire to burn trees infected with bark beetles Feb. 8, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Bark beetles can kill trees in as little as two weeks, and controlled burns are utilized to protect the integrity and health of the rest of installations trees. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Fire and ice

Master Sgt. James Betts, Civil Engineer Squadron fire prevention assistant chief, adds wood infected with bark beetles to a controlled burn Feb. 8, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. To ensure the wood was burned in a safe and timely manner the wood was skillfully stacked allowing the fire to burn hotter and faster. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Fire and ice

Master Sgt. James Betts, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron chief fire prevention assistant chief, stokes a fire burning away infected trees Feb. 8, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The cool temperatures and low wind speed prevented another fire from starting, allowing the safe and controlled burning of the trees. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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22nd Maintenance Squadron Airmen use an MB-2 aircraft tow tractor to push a KC-46A Pegasus out of a hanger Feb. 8, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Maintenance Airmen completed aircraft repairs and towed the aircraft back to the flightline in preparation for future refueling missions. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st class Zachary Willis)
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KC-46 Pegasus tow

22nd Maintenance Squadron Airmen use a MB-2 aircraft tow tractor to haul a KC-46A Pegasus onto the flightline Feb. 8, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The arrival of the KC-46 at McConnell on Jan. 25, 2019, ushered in a new era of aerial refueling capability for the overall joint force. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st class Zachary Willis)
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A frosty day

Heavy equipment vehicle operator Airmen use an Oshkosh Snow Broom, a snow removal vehicle, from the 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron to clear snow from a runway Feb. 8, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. These Airmen stay prepared to work around the clock in the event of a winter storm to clear snow from the runway and ensure mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st class Zachary Willis)
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A frosty day

Heavy equipment vehicle operator Airmen use an Oshkosh Snow Broom, a snow removal vehicle, from the 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron to brush the snow from a taxiway Feb. 8, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The snow removal ensures efficient takeoffs and landings for all inbound and outbound aircraft on the Flightline, keeping Airmen safe and the air refueling mission going. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st class Zachary Willis)
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Military working dogs

Sani, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog, awaits the command to chase a suspect during a controlled-aggression training Feb. 9, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Most MWDs retire in 10 years, during which time a MWD can save between 150-200 lives of Airmen on base and across the globe. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st class Zachary Willis)
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Military working dogs

Senior Airman Jibran Martin, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, trains Jjago, 22nd SFS MWD, controlled-aggression on Feb. 9, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. MWDs use this training to practice following and detaining suspects trying to evade Security Forces. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st class Zachary Willis)
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Military working dogs

Jjago, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog, awaits a command to conduct controlled-aggression training Feb. 9, 2021, McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. MWDs provide security to Airmen stationed at McConnell, as well as deployed Airmen across the world, and are trained daily to ensure they are ready to complete any mission. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st class Zachary Willis)
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McConnell showcases capabilities to AMC leaders

U.S. Air Force Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, Air Mobility Command commander, speaks at an all-call at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Feb. 3, 2021. Van Ovost shared her four command priorities: develop the force, advance warfighting capabilities, project the joint force and ensure strategic deterrence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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McConnell showcases capabilities to AMC leaders

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Brian Kruzelnick, Air Mobility Command command chief, speaks at an all-call at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Feb. 3, 2021. Kruzelnick encouraged Airmen to progress Air Force capabilities through the advancement of air superiority. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)c
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McConnell showcases capabilities to AMC leaders

U.S. Air Force Senior Airmen Chase Flemming and Matthew Higgs, League of Extraordinary Airmen president and vice president, present their organization to Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, Air Mobility Command commander, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Feb. 3, 2021. The League of Extraordinary Airmen enlisted organization provides Airmen an opportunity to unite and increase motivation and mental health. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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McConnell showcases capabilities to AMC leaders

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Douglas Snead, 22nd Innovation Lab chief, and Tech Sgt. Clayton Allen, 22nd Innovation Lab superintendent, describe their solar-powered radio box project to Air Mobility Command leaders at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Feb. 3, 2021. The Innovation Lab affords Airmen an area to troubleshoot work center problems and foster ideas for new inventions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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McConnell showcases capabilities to AMC leaders

Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, Air Mobility Command commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Brian Kruzelnick, AMC command chief, are briefed by Master Sgt. Brenton Dube, 931st Maintenance Squadron fuels systems repair craftsman, on the KC-46 Pegasus fuel system Feb. 3, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Van Ovost and Kruzelnick also had the opportunity to see the KC-46 boom and learn how the aircraft is able to pass fuel to other airframes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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McConnell showcases capabilities to AMC leaders

Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, Air Mobility Command commander, shoots an M4 carbine at the new Combat Arms Training and Maintenance facility Feb. 2, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Van Ovost and Chief Master Sgt. Brian Kruzelnick, AMC command chief, were able to test out the new facility during their visit, allowing them to see the benefits of having a fully enclosed range. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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McConnell showcases capabilities to AMC leaders

Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, Air Mobility Command commander, is greeted by Chief Master Sgt. Melissa Royster, 22nd Air Refueling Wing command chief, after Van Ovost’s arrival Feb. 2, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Van Ovost visited with Airmen from across the Wing to highlight the importance of their job and the AMC mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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Boom maintenance

Senior Airman Brenden Pauly, 931st Maintenance Squadron crew chief,¬ and Senior Airman Cuong Nguyen, 931st MXS crew chief, conduct a boom telescoping tube chain and cable inspection Jan. 21, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The inspection ensures that the boom will lower and retract during air refueling missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Post-flight maintenance

Airmen from the 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron conduct a post-flight check on a KC-135 Stratotanker Jan. 25, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Post-flight duties include marshalling the aircraft into a parking spot, checking oil levels in the engines and running through an inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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