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CATM ribbon cutting

Senior leaders of the 22nd Air Refueling Wing shoot for the first time in the new Combat Arms Training Facility Nov. 4, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The new $15 Million firing range ensures Airmen meet annual qualifications necessary to maintain marksmanship techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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CATM ribbon cutting

Col. Chesley Dycus, 22nd Air Refueling Wing vice commander, gives a speech about the new Combat Arms Training Facility Nov. 4, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The 16,400 square foot tactical range is will now enable the training of 28 personnel, increasing CATM’s capabilities to fuel the fight through combat-ready Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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350th ARS refuels the fight

Staff Sgt. Alex Esquibel, 350th Air Refueling Squadron in-flight refueling specialist, postitions the KC-135 Stratotanker’s boom to refuel the United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” Oct. 15, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The KC-135 delivered 28,000 pounds of fuel to six Thunderbirds who were en route to the Bell Fort Worth Alliance Air Show in Fort Worth, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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350th ARS refuels the fight

Maj. Bradley Sutton, Air Force Flight Standards Agency Advanced Instrument School commandant, performs a preflight inspection on a KC-135 Stratotanker Oct. 15, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The crew made a round-trip flight to New Mexico where they refueled the United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” on their way to the Bell Fort Worth Alliance Air Show in Fort Worth, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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350th ARS refuels the fight

Lt. Col. Jacob Parker, 350th Air Refueling Squadron commander, boards a KC-135 Stratotanker after performing an external preflight inspection Oct. 15, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The preflight inspection is a visual check to verify the integrity of the aircraft and ensure all aircraft pins and covers are removed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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350th ARS refuels the fight

Staff Sgt. Alex Esquibel, 350th Air Refueling Squadron in-flight refueling specialist, loads cargo onto a KC-135 Stratotanker Oct. 15, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. In addition to the KC-135’s aerial refueling capabilities, it can also hold up to 83,000 pounds of cargo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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Breaking the ice

Airmen from the 22nd Maintenance Squadron de-ice the wings of a KC-46A Pegasus using Global GL1800 de-ice trucks Oct. 28, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The de-icing process demands coordination between aircrews, marshallers and de-ice truck operators to ensure the safety of Airmen and the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Skyler Combs)
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Breaking the ice

Senior Airman Thomas Hawkins, 22nd Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion journeyman, sprays the wing of a KC-46A Pegasus from a Global GL1800 de-ice basket Oct. 28, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The de-icers spray a mixture of water and propylene glycol to strip away accumulated ice from the aircraft, making them flight-ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Skyler Combs)
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Breaking the ice

Senior Airman Thomas Hawkins, 22nd Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion journeyman, controls a Global GL1800 de-ice basket Oct. 28, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Aircraft de-icing is a special duty assignment that recruits maintenance Airmen from various sections during the winter months. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Skyler Combs)
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Breaking the ice

Ice builds up on the wing of a KC-46A Pegasus Oct. 28, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Accumulated ice poses many problems in aircraft operations. Routine de-icing in the winter months is a mission essential function of the 22nd Maintenance Group. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Skyler Combs)
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Know the signs: Domestic Violence Awareness

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- October is National Domestic Violence Awareness month. Do you know the signs of an abusive relationship? If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, the following resources can help. McConnell AFB Family Advocacy Program (Local):316-759-5768 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE Military One Source: 1-800-342-9647
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2020 Squadron Superintendent Course

Airmen participating in the 22nd Air Refueling Wing Squadron Superintendent Course pose for a photo in front of a KC-46 Pegasus Oct. 14, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The purpose of the course is to provide tools to develop solution-minded, operational and strategic-level thinking squadron superintendents required in today’s and tomorrow’s Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nilsa Garcia)
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2020 Squadron Superintendent Course

Staff Sgt. Robert Thorell, 22nd Maintenance Squadron nondestructive inspections dayshift lead, briefs Airmen about the NDI impact on Team McConnell’s mission readiness Oct. 14, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The course aimed to elevate the participants from a tactical level of thinking to an operational and strategic perspective that is necessary for scope of influence a squadron superintendent possesses. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nilsa Garcia)
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2020 Squadron Superintendent Course

Squadron superintendents are briefed about the functionality of a KC-46 in-flight refueling station Oct. 14, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Over the course of four days, superintendents were afforded multiple opportunities to foster reflection and self-awareness, create an understanding of the broader context of the triad and mission partners, as well as analyze problems, arrive at logical solutions and communicate reasoning. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nilsa Garcia)
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Air Force Surgeon General visits McConnell’s medical facilities

Lt. Gen. Dorothy Hogg (right), U.S. Air Force Surgeon General, and Chief Master Sgt. Dawn Kolczynski (left), Medical Enlisted Force chief, are briefed by Senior Airman Heath Martin, 22nd Operational Medical Readiness Squadron physical medicine technician, on the uses of the Anti-Gravity treadmill located in the 22nd Medical Group physical therapy clinic Oct. 15, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. During the visit, Hogg toured the 22nd Medical Group facilities and connected with Team McConnell Airmen about their contribution to the 22nd ARW’s global mobility mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Skyler Combs)
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Youth Center Closure

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Youth Center will be closed this week (Oct 19-23) as a precautionary measure. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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Youth Center closure

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Youth Center will be closed today, Friday, 16 October as a precautionary measure. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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McConnell refuels the Thunderbirds over New Mexico skies

Tech. Sgt. Bobby Jones, 350th Air Refueling Squadron in-flight refueling specialist, uses the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker to transfer fuel to an F-16 Fighting Falcon Thunderbird Oct. 15, 2020, through the skies of New Mexico. The KC-135 passed off fuel to the Thunderbirds, allowing for a quick, non-stop route between destinations. ((U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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McConnell refuels the Thunderbirds over New Mexico skies

A KC-135 Stratotanker passes fuel to an F-16 Fighting Falcon Thunderbird Oct. 15, 2020, through the skies of New Mexico. The demonstration team was headed to Fort Worth, Texas, for the Bell Fort Worth Alliance Air Show from. The air show is scheduled for Oct. 17-18, 2020. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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McConnell refuels the Thunderbirds over New Mexico skies

A pilot of an F-16 Fighting Falcon Thunderbird waves to Tech. Sgt. Bobby Jones, 350th Air Refueling Squadron in-flight refueling specialist, after receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker Oct. 15, 2020 through the skies of New Mexico. The Thunderbirds, the Air Force’s premier aerial demonstration team, were en route to the Bell Fort Worth Alliance Air Show in Fort Worth, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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