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McConnell recognizes Memorial Day

Col. Charles Carlton, 22nd Medical Group commander, speaks about taking time to remember fallen service members and their families on Memorial Day, May 27, 2013 at the Resthaven Mortuary and Cemetery, Wichita, Kan. Hundreds of area residents attended the 55th Annual Memorial Day event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jess Lockoski)
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McConnell recognizes Memorial Day

Senior Airman Blaise Ruff, Airman 1st Class Christopher Frerichs and Senior Airman Joshua Martin, 22nd Air Refueling Wing Honor Guard members, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., perform a rifle sequence commonly known as the seven-gun, three-volley salute at the 55th Annual Memorial Day observance May 27, 2013, at Resthaven Mortuary and Cemetery, Wichita, Kan. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Jess Lockoski)
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McConnell recognizes Memorial Day

McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., Honor Guard members from the 22nd Air Refueling Wing stand at attention during a ceremony at the 55th Annual Memorial Day observance at Resthaven Mortuary and Cemetery May 27, 2013, Wichita, Kan. Honor Guard members posted colors, performed a seven-gun, three-volley salute and Taps during the ceremony to commemorate U.S. service members who died in our nation's service. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Jess Lockoski)
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Airmen support Okla. disaster relief

Senior Airman Mitchell Chandler, 931st Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, loads bottled water into a truck May 21, 2013, McConell Air Force Base, Kan. As of May 21, approximately $5,000 worth of basic supplies had been collected and taken to the Wichita Red Cross to support those affected by the deadly tornado that passed through Moore, Okla., May 20. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katrina M. Brisbin)
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Job fair: 2013

Senior Airman Craig Sammartano, 22nd Medical Support Squadron laboratory journeyman, speaks with a law enforcement officer during McConnell’s 2013 job fair April 3, 2013, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Despite Sammartano’s experience in the medical field, he is seeking a career in law enforcement after he separates from the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jose L. Leon)
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Job fair: 2013

Job seekers meander throughout the annual job fair hosted by the Airman and Family Readiness Center April 3, 2013, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The job fair is held for military, dependants and retirees in search of career opportunities. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jose L. Leon)
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Humanitarian shipment bound for Paraguay

Airmen from the 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron load three pallets onto a C-17 Globemaster III assigned to March Air Reserve Base, Calif., March 29, 2013, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The pallets will be transported first to Charleston AFB, S.C., then on to a final destination of Paraguay. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Laura L. Valentine)
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‘Mighty Eagles’ welcome local boy

Micah Wemmer, honorary 22nd Operation Support Squadron “Mighty Eagle,” sits in the cockpit of a KC-135 Stratotanker March 25, 2013, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Micah was chosen for the “Pilot for a Day” program through a partnership with Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kan. This program gives children with serious or chronic medical conditions the opportunity to visit Air Force bases and be a guest of the 22nd Air Refueling Wing and one of its flying squadrons for a day. (U.S Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katrina M. Brisbin)
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PFAD gets 'fired up'

Staff Sgt. Bradley Hillebrand, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron fire station captain, assists Micah Wemmer, honorary 22nd Operation Support Squadron “Mighty Eagle”, with a fire hose March 25, 2013, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Wemmer was visiting McConnell AFB as part of the “Pilot for a Day” program. This program invites children with serious or chronic medical conditions to be a guest of the 22nd Air Refueling Wing and one of the flying squadrons for a day. (U.S Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katrina M. Brisbin)
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CGOs ‘school’ ROTC cadets

Second Lt. Ben Shafer, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron deputy chief programs flight commander, briefs Kansas State University ROTC cadets during a mentoring session at Feb. 7, 2013, Manhattan, Kan. Shafer was one many company grade officers who briefed more than 60 cadets about the Air Force and their specific duty assignments. (U.S. Air Force Photo/2nd Lt. Jessica Brown)
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CGOs ‘school’ ROTC cadets

[Left to right] Shane Criqui and Christian Casey, U.S. Air Force ROTC cadets, recite the second article of the Code of Conduct to Cadet Anna Baughan during a “Career Day” leadership laboratory at Kansas State University Feb. 7, 2013, Manhattan, Kan. More than 20 company grade officers from McConnell AFB attended the event and provided mentorship to cadets. They discussed topics ranging from McConnell’s mission, duty assignments and day-to-day life in the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force Photo/2nd Lt. Jessica Brown)
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LRS supports humanitarian donation to Paraguay

Staff Sgt. Kevin McIntyre, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron air cargo operations NCO in charge, positions a pallet of firefighting equipment Feb. 5, 2013, Wichita, Kan. The equipment was being transported from the Wichita Fire Training facility to McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., for processing and future humanitarian airlift to Paraguay. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Laura L. Valentine)
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LRS supports humanitarian donation to Paraguay

Airmen from the 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron ready a pallet of firefighting equipment to be loaded for transport to McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., Feb. 5, 2013, Wichita, Kan. Five-tons of equipment were moved from the Wichita Fire Department Training Center to McConnell AFB for airlift to Paraguay in support of the international partnership organization Kansas-Paraguay Partners. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Laura L. Valentine)
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Stairway to the flightline

Wichita Thunder players RG Flath (left) and Dustin Donaghy (right) show their enthusiasm as they climb off of a KC-135 Stratotanker. The two hockey players explored the inside of a KC-135 as part of a tour at McConnell to help them understand the 22nd Air Refueling Wing's mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Victor J. Caputo)
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McConnell’s ready to ‘hit the deck’

Members of the National Weather Service present Airmen from the 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron Emergency Management a “StormReady” certificate Jan. 7, 2013, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. McConnell earned the designation for taking necessary steps to help prepare the community for inclement weather. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katrina M. Brisbin)
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Holiday greetings from McConnell

"Greeting cards" from 22nd Air Refueling Wing squadrons and groups line Kansas Street, welcoming drivers to base Dec. 21, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Holiday displays such as the greeting cards are a yearly tradition at McConnell and bases worldwide. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Laura L. Valentine)
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Decorate your home “SAFE-n-SOUND”

In preparation for the winter months and upcoming holidays, the Air Force has begun this year's Holiday and Winter Safety campaign themed “SAFE-n-SOUND, All Year Round.” The 10 week campaign focuses on proper risk management during any activities this winter season. (Courtesy graphic)
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Community partnerships enable presents under tree

Stacks of toys for various ages sit in Building 338, Dec. 3, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Approximately 400 toys were donated to pass out to Airmen E-5 or below and their families for the annual toy giveaway. The giveaway is from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Dec. 3 to 7, 2012, at Building 338. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Maurice A. Hodges)
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Capitol Christmas Tree makes a pit-stop

The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree was on base Nov. 17, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The tree is on its way from Colorado to Washington D.C., where it will be on display in the U.S. Capitol Lawn. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jose L. Leon)
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Gates pays tribute to Kansas service members

Former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates delivers a speech to McConnell Airmen and members of the Wichita Chamber of Commerce during the annual chamber meeting Nov. 12, 2012, Wichita, Kan. Gates, a Wichita native, took the Veterans Day weekend as a chance to speak face-to-face with the local community about his long career in public service and current national defense issues. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Victor J. Caputo)
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