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Team McConnell runs during wing run

The 22nd Maintenance Squadron runs in formation during the wing run June 17, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The wing ran approximately 2 miles at a 10 minute pace through the base. All wing squadrons participated in the run to boost morale and foster esprit de corps. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Maria Ruiz)
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New command chief speaks to Team McConnell

Chief Master Sgt. Michael Edwards, 22nd Air Refueling Wing command chief, speaks for the first time to Team McConnell as the new 22nd Air Refueling Wing command chief before a wing formation run June 17, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. As command chief, he will serve on the wing commander’s staff to advise and assist in matters concerning the 2,850 enlisted members of McConnell. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Maria Ruiz)
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Base electricians light up McConnell

Airman 1st Class John Mitchell, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron electrical systems apprentice, repairs a street light from a line truck’s bucket outside McConnell’s west gate June 9, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. In addition to using line trucks to repair elevated electrical systems, through specialized technical training, electrical systems Airmen are able to climb poles up to 40 feet using gaffs. This pole-climbing training allows Airman to install, maintain and repair overhead distribution systems at McConnell. (U.S. Air Force/photo Airman 1st Class Andrea Salazar)
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Base electricians light up McConnell

Airman 1st Class John Mitchell, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron electrical systems apprentice, enters a line truck’s utility bucket, June 9, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Electrical systems Airmen climb utility poles and operate special purpose vehicles and equipment, including line and high reach trucks, to inspect, maintain and repair overhead electrical systems at McConnell. Electrical systems Airmen perform the same duties and responsibilities as a civilian electrician working for commercial power companies. (U.S. Air Force/photo Airman 1st Class Andrea Salazar)
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Base electricians light up McConnell

Airman 1st Class John Mitchell, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron electrical systems apprentice, uses a cable locator outside McConnell’s west gate June 9, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. This piece of equipment helps electricians locate electrical lines underground that feed power to designated lights on the street and determine if correct voltage is filtering to each light. Ensuring the streets are well lit enables McConnell Airmen and members to drive on safe, visible roads. (U.S. Air Force/photo Airman 1st Class Andrea Salazar)
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Base electricians light up McConnell

Airman 1st Class John Mitchell, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron electrician, assists Bill Cruz, high voltage electrician, inspect the wires that power the street lights near McConnell’s west gate June 9, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Ensuring the streets are well lit enables McConnell Airmen and members to drive on safe, visible roads. (U.S. Air Force/photo Airman 1st Class Andrea Salazar
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Base electricians light up McConnell

Airman 1st Class Erik Beagle, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron electrical systems apprentice, performs a reoccurring maintenance inspection on a fire alert system at Building 2804 June 9, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. This system notifies occupants and the fire department of any possible fire or smoke within the building. All electrical systems Airmen and civilians are responsible for repairing fire and intrusion detection alarms. (U.S. Air Force/photo Airman 1st Class Andrea Salazar)
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Team McConnell participates in "Relay for Life"

Cancer survivors circle around a track during the American Cancer Society “Relay for Life” held at the Wichita Collegiate High School, June 11, 2010, Wichita, Kan. The relay starts with a “Survivors Lap,” where survivors are invited to circle the track together to celebrate the victories they’ve achieved battling cancer. Members of Team McConnell and residents from Wichita participated in “Relay For Life” to pay tribute to the lives lost to the disease, and to help raise money for future cancer research. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrea Salazar
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Team McConnell participates in "Relay for Life"

McConnell’s Honor Guard presents the colors during the American Cancer Society’s “Relay for Life” event at Collegiate High School, June 11, 2010, Wichita, Kan. Team McConnell’s participation showcased the involvement of servicemembers within the community. Relay for Life is a global event that celebrates the lives of people who have battled cancer and a time to remember loved ones who have died from the disease. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrea Salazar)
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22nd Maintenance Squadron member earns spotlight performer

Tech. Sgt. Casey Tanner, 22nd Maintenance Squadron Aircraft Fuel Systems craftsmen, performs a “soap sud” test on a KC-135 Stratotanker fuel bladder for June 15, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The test makes it easier to determine the location of any leaks in the fuel bladder. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Abigail Klein)
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Preserving history

Senior Airman Andrew Tiehes, 22nd Maintenance Squadron fabrication flight aircraft structural maintenance journeyman, places painter’s tape on the KC-135 Stratotanker static display in preparation to repaint the aircraft June 15, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. In accordance with Air Force Instruction 84-103, U.S. Air Force Heritage Program, the fabrication flight maintains McConnell’s Air Park. More than 10 Team McConnell members with more than 90 gallons of paint helped the fabrication flight repaint the KC-135 Stratotanker and the B-47 Stratojet aircraft static display. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Chyrece Campbell)
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Preserving history

Airman 1st Class Zachary Sutton, 22nd Maintenance Squadron fabrication flight aircraft structural maintenance journeyman, tapes the edges of McConnell’s KC-135 Stratotanker static display in preparation to repaint the aircraft as Senior Airman Andrew Tiehes watches June 15, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The Airmen of the fabrication flight are the historical property custodians for the McConnell Air Park. The fabrication flight maintains static according to the criteria prescribed in Air Force Instruction 84-103, U.S. Air Force Heritage Program. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Chyrece Campbell)
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Change of command for 22nd Aerospace Medicine Squadron

Col. Jamie Crowhurst, 22nd Air Refueling Wing commander, hands a guidon to Lt. Col. Jeffrey J. Freeland, 22nd Aerospace Medicine Squadron commander, during a change of command ceremony at the Robert J. Dole Community Center ballroom June 11, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The passing of the guidon symbolizes Colonel Freeland assumption of command from the outgoing 22nd AMDS commander, Col. James G. Kahrs. The AMDS is one of three squadrons in the 22nd Medical Group. The 22nd MDG is responsible for delivering quality, comprehensive medical, dental and public health care for more than 21,750 Tricare beneficiaries. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Andrea Salazar)
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Preserving history

Members from the 22nd Maintenance Squadron fabrication flight tape the edges of McConnell’s KC-135 Stratotanker static display in the McConnell Air Park June 15, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The Airmen are preparing to repaint the 53 year old airframe. The KC-135 Stratotanker static was named the “City of Renton” because it was the first of 820 C-135 airframes to complete its first flight at Boeing’s Renton Field runway Aug. 31, 1956. The KC-135 Stratotanker “City of Renton” flew its last mission Oct. 15, 1996. This historical KC-135 static stands in silent respect for those who have flown and maintained this fleet of aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Chyrece Campbell)
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McConnell’s Chapel has a ‘High Sea Expedition’

Volunteers pray before Vacation Bible School at the base chapel June 14, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Vacation Bible School is one of the many events the chapel sponsors throughout the year to help enhance the spiritual readiness of Team McConnell. More than 350 Team McConnell Airmen use the chapel weekly. The chapel provides more than 10 opportunities for spiritual fitness throughout the week between daily mass, protestant services and “The Den,” which is an Airmen’s ministry center in dormitory building 350. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Chyrece Campbell)
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McConnell’s Chapel has a ‘High Sea Expedition’

More than 25 volunteers pray before Vacation Bible School at the base chapel June 14, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Vacation Bible School is just one of the many events the chapel sponsors throughout the year. The programs assist the chapel corps team to fulfill their mission to “refuel the spirit of Team McConnell.” (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Chyrece Campbell)
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McConnell celebrates military spouses

Team McConnnell military spouses gather during a military spouse appreciation conference held at the Robert J. Dole Community Center, June 12, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The event included entertainment, informational booths, lunch and door prizes. The conference, sponsored by the Airman Family and Readiness Center, was held for the spouses all of active-duty, Reserve, Guard and servicemembers. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrea Salazar)
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McConnell celebrates military spouses

Members of Team McConnell’s military officer and enlisted spouses club perform a play called “The Black Dress,” June 12, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The performance featured typical life moments and milestones of military spouses throughout the years. The skit was part of a military spouse’s appreciation conference and designed to recognize spouses and educate them on available services. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrea Salazar)
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McConnell celebrates military spouses

U.S. Air Force Col. Jamie Crowhurst, 22nd Air Refueling Wing commander, and his wife Lisa, speak to Team McConnell military spouses June 12, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Colonel Crowhurst and his wife addressed the importance of having a strong and supportive spouse while also being in the military. In honor of military spouses, McConnell’s Airman and Family Readiness Center hosted an appreciation conference designed for the spouses of all active-duty, Reserve, Guard servicemembers. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrea Salazar)
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McConnell’s Chapel has a ‘High Sea Expedition’

Heather Scott, Team McConnell family member, directs Team McConnell families on where to go for Vacation Bible School at the base chapel on June 14, 2010, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. More than 75 Team McConnell children from pre-Kindergarten through sixth grade registered for VBS. During this year’s VBS, themed “High Seas Expedition: Exploring the mighty love of God,” children participated in biblical themed activities. The chapel hosted Vacation Bible School for children from 6 to 8 p.m. June 14 to 18. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Chyrece Campbell)
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