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190517-F-EM786-0035

Senior Master Sgt. Diego Santos, Air National Guard Aeromedical Evacuation functional manager, takes litter equipment to the storage pallet at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, May 17, 2019. The temporary litters can be added and removed expeditiously to meet the immediate needs of patients. (U. S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Daniel de La Fé)
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190417-F-JA727-0016

A KC-135 Stratotanker prepares for takeoff April 17, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base Kan. Thirteen aircraft, including three KC-46A Pegasus’, were relocated to Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash. as a precautionary measure to avoid severe weather. The teamwork and quick actions of McConnell’s Airmen saved the aircraft from any potential damage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Refueling squadrons increase camaraderie

McConnell boom operators pose for a photo in front of a KC-46A Pegasus April 12, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The 344th, 349th and 350th Air Refueling Squadrons were represented during a tour of the new aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Refueling squadrons increase camaraderie

Staff Sgt. Devaughn Granger, 344th Air Refueling Squadron KC-46A Pegasus boom operator, speaks to KC-135 Stratotanker boom operators during a tour of the KC-46 April 12, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Members of the 344th ARS familiarized boom operators from the 349th and 350th ARS during a tour. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Refueling squadrons increase camaraderie

Technical Sgt. Andrew Keiser, 344th Air Refueling Squadron KC-46A Pegasus boom operator, briefs KC-135 Stratotanker booms during a tour of a KC-46 April 12, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Boom operators from the 350th and 349th ARS were briefed on the functionalities and features of the new aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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McConnell hosts KC-135 Weapons System Council

Members of the KC-135 Stratotanker Weapons System Council tour the fuselage of a KC-46A Pegasus April 2, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. During the council, members created a baseline of expectations for the KC-135 during the council. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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McConnell hosts KC-135 Weapons System Council

Members of the KC-135 Stratotanker Weapons System Council pose in front of a KC-135 April 2, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The council met April 1-3 to discuss the future employment of the KC-135. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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McConnell hosts KC-135 Weapons System Council

Members of the KC-135 Stratotanker Weapons System Council enter a KC-46A Pegasus April 2, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Experts from McConnell, Fairchild and MacDill were in attendance for the council. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airmen 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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373rd TRS to begin KC-46 courses this year

A mat waits to welcome students to the 373rd Training Squadron Detachment 8 March 28, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The detachment will continue to train Airmen on KC-135 Stratotanker procedures while they begin to introduce KC-46A Pegasus curriculum later this year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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373rd TRS to begin KC-46 courses this year

The KC-46A Pegasus Training Facility waits to provide a learning environment for students receiving initial and transition training March 28, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base. The first classes are scheduled for Airmen assigned to the 22nd Maintenance Group to begin KC-46 courses in mid-April. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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190320-F-XK483-0034

Staff Sgt. Ralph D’Ambrosio III, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron KC-46A Pegasus work manager, refers to a technical order March 20, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. New ideas, plans and processes are being created here at McConnell to help build the foundation for the KC-46 fleet that will spread throughout the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Chris Thornbury)
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190320-F-XK483-0041

Staff Sgt. Christian Eads, 22nd Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion specialist, removes a panel above a KC-46 Pegasus engine March 20, 2019 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The A-check team is responsible for conducting multiple operational tests to include lubricating landing gear, flight controls and engine components. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Chris Thornbury)
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190320-F-XK483-0018

Airman Ty Roberts, 22nd Maintenance Squadron crew chief, removes a screw on a KC-46 Pegasus wing panel March 20, 2019 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The panel was removed to access points to inspect and lubricate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Chris Thornbury)
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190320-F-XK483-0022

Staff Sgt. Ralph D’Ambrosio III, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron KC-46A Pegasus work manager, lubricates a forward trunnion bearing March 20, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. It is estimated that the first A-check will be between 240 and 320 work hours based on initial training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Chris Thornbury)
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190320-F-XK483-0008

Airman Ty Roberts, 22nd Maintenance Squadron crew chief, removes a screw on a KC-46A Pegasus wing panel, while Staff Sgt. Benjamin Daley, 22nd MXS crew chief, holds the panel in place March 20, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Maintenance Airmen performed the first A-check inspection on the Air Force’s first KC-46. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Chris Thornbury)
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190320-F-XK483-0013

Twenty-Second Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chiefs perform an A-check on a KC-46A Pegasus March 20, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. A typical A-check is a 60-day maintenance inspection that focuses on the lubrication and inspection of critical aircraft components. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Chris Thornbury)
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Team McConnell performs KC-46 fuel tank maintenance

A KC-46A Pegasus is prepared for fuel tank maintenance March 20, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Fuel systems repair technicians entered the tanks after the aircraft was safe for maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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190125-F-JA727-2179

U.S. Airmen with the 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron tow a new KC-46A Pegasus aircraft into Hangar 1126 at McConnell Air Force base, Kansas, Jan. 25, 2019. The KC-46 was displayed at center stage to allow guests a closer look inside the new aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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KC-46 acceptance inspection

A KC-46A Pegasus boom is extended for an acceptance inspection Feb. 14, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The refueling boom system is controlled by the boom operator, who sits in an air refueling operator station with panoramic displays that help provide wing-tip to wing-tip situational awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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KC-46 acceptance inspection

Master Sgt. Chris Hughes, 22nd Maintenance Squadron hydraulics craftsman, performs an acceptance inspection on a KC-46A Pegasus boom Feb. 14, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Hydraulics Airmen are responsible for internal repairs, which can include fuel supply, electrical, mechanical and hydraulics systems of the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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