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McConnell hosts first KC-46 Weapons Systems Council

Col. Scott Wiederholt, 305th Air Mobility Wing commander, and Col. Christopher Holland, 916th Operations Group commander, attend a cyber security briefing as part of the first-ever KC-46 Weapons Systems Council Nov. 18, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The council was comprised of leaders and aircrews from AETC, ANG, AFRC, & AMC; aimed at synchronizing Total Force efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Eckert)
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Airman 1st Class Julian Diaz, 22nd Security Forces Squadron entry controller, secures the exercise area Nov. 5, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Global Thunder is an annual command and control exercise designed to train U.S. Strategic Command forces and assess joint operation readiness. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Airman Dennis Haggermaker, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels distribution operator, simulates refueling a KC-135 Stratotanker during Global Thunder Nov. 5, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Fuels distribution operators use the R-12 fuel truck to connect aircraft to the ground-based fuel hydrant outlets allowing for a transfer of fuel. Global Thunder is an annual command and control exercise designed to train U.S. Strategic Command forces and assess joint operation readiness. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Airman Christopher Anderson, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, services the preload accumulator on a KC-135 Stratotanker during Global thunder Nov. 5, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base Kansas. The preload helps protect the hydraulic components during a pressure surge. Global Thunder is an annual command and control exercise designed to train U.S. Strategic Command forces and assess joint operation readiness. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Colonel Nate Vogel, 22nd Air Refueling Wing commander, speaks at a Commander’s Call for the wing at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, on Nov. 04, 2021. The Command Team discussed the Wing’s new mission statement, vision and mindset, as well as a new set of five Lines of Effort focused on continual improvement for the wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by SSgt Adam Goodly)
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Chief Master Sergeant Melissa H. Royster, 22nd Air Refueling Wing command chief, speaks to members of the enlisted force, officers and civilians during an all call at the McConnell base theater, Nov. 04, 2021.Chief Royster explained the importance of every Airmen’s role at the Wing and how it contributes to working at a faster pace for the Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by SSgt Adam Goodly)
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McConnell’s 344th ARS delivers KC-46 to Japan

A KC-46A Pegasus departs to join the Japan Air Self-Defense Force fleet at Miho Air Base, Japan, Oct. 28, 2021 in Seattle, Washington. The KC-46 was delivered by a 344th Air Refueling Squadron aircrew from McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The flight marked the first international delivery of the KC-46. (Courtesy Photo)
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Brigadier Gen. Darren Cole visits McConnell

Staff Sgt. Jaime Rosenberg, 22nd Civil Engineering Squadron, discusses the 22nd Wing Dormitory infrastructure with Brigadier Gen. Darren Cole Oct. 20, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Rosenberg conversed with Brig. Gen. Cole on ways to improve living conditions for Airmen assigned to McConnell. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Brigadier Gen. Darren Cole visits McConnell

Colonel Nate Vogel, 22nd Air Refueling Wing commander, welcomes Brigadier Gen. Darren Cole, Air Mobility Command director of logistics, engineering and force protection Oct. 20, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Cole visited various facilities to better understand the mission infrastructure, as well as meet the Airmen that are responsible for Air Mobility Command’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Brigadier Gen. Darren Cole visits McConnell

Technical Sgt. Matthew Leake, 22nd Security Forces Squadron combat arms non-commissioned officer in charge, briefs Brigadier Gen. Darren Cole on the new Combat Arms Training Maintenance range Oct. 20, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Leake highlighted the vast improvements from the previous range and how it will enhance the training of defenders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Brenden Beezley)
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KC-46 Tiger Team: Keeping the Balance

Staff Sgt. Shae Biggs, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, discusses how varying fuel densities affect the KC-46’s Automated Performance Tool (APT) Oct. 13, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The APT is a software aircrews and maintainers use to calculate aircraft balance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Eckert)
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KC-46 Tiger Team: Keeping the Balance

The KC-46 Tiger Team, comprised of Boeing engineers, aircrew and maintainers, discuss the results of a cargo exercise in the Fuselage Training Center (FUT) Oct. 12, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The FUT recreates the Pegasus’ interior so operators can gain realistic training while keeping actual aircraft free for real-world missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Eckert)
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KC-46 Tiger Team: Keeping the Balance

Technical Sgt. Nick Gladly, 344th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, walks Mr. Brett Williams, Boeing cargo stress analysis engineer, through the pre-flight cargo inspection process Oct. 12, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Cargo is systematically checked before flight to ensure it meets structural limits, preventing damage to the aircraft and its crew. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Eckert)
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KC-46 Tiger Team: Keeping the Balance

Mr. Barry Teschlog, Boeing mass engineer, discusses mitigating shifts in aircraft balance during KC-46A refueling operations Oct. 14, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. As the Pegasus offloads fuel to receiving aircraft, the fuel must be shifted internally to keep the aircraft steady and maintain the center of gravity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Eckert)
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KC-46 Tiger Team: Keeping the Balance

Members of the KC-46A Pegasus Tiger Team pose for a group photo Oct. 13, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The team consisted of KC-46 experts from Boeing and various operating bases. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Eckert)
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KC-46 Tiger Team: Keeping the Balance

Senior Airman Royal Drinkard, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels lab technician, collects and samples fuel to measure its density Oct. 13, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Standard aviation fuel regularly varies in density, which can affect the amount of cargo an aircraft can carry. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Eckert)
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Refueling the Thunderbirds

A U.S. Air Force Thunderbird F-16 Fighting Falcon from Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, gets refueled Oct. 11, 2021, by a McConnell Air Force Base KC-135 Stratotanker. Four Thunderbirds were refueled on their way to Orlando, Florida. The Thunderbirds are often joined between stops by an Air Force tanker to provide a quick, non-stop route between performances. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Refueling the Thunderbirds

A U.S. Air Force Thunderbird F-16 Fighting Falcon from Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, moves out of refueling position Oct. 11, 2021, after being refueled by a McConnell Air Force Base KC-135 Stratotanker. The Thunderbirds were officially activated June 1, 1953, as the 3600th Air Demonstration Team at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Refueling the Thunderbirds

A U.S. Air Force Thunderbird F-16 Fighting Falcon from Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, moves into refueling position Oct. 11, 2021, by a McConnell Air Force Base KC-135 Stratotanker. The KC-135 has provided the core aerial refueling capability for the U.S. Air Force and has excelled in this role for more than 60 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Refueling the Thunderbirds

Captain Cori McFadden and Capt. Kevin Clink, 350th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilots, shut down their aircraft Oct 11, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. During post-flight, the aircrew members ensure everything functions properly and safely so it’s ready for the next mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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