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McConnell AFB relocates aircraft ahead of severe weather

Senior Airman Devon Moody, 22nd Maintenance Squadron aerospace maintenance journeyman, marshals a pallet jack truck at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, April 15, 2024. Due to the possibility of high winds and hail, the majority of McConnell’s aircraft left the base for a weather relocation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st class William Lunn)
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McConnell AFB relocates aircraft ahead of severe weather

A KC-46A Pegasus takes off from McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, April 15, 2024. Due to the possibility of high winds and hail, the majority of McConnell’s aircraft left the base for a weather relocation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st class William Lunn)
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McConnell AFB relocates aircraft ahead of severe weather

Tech. Sgt. Ian Duffy, 22nd Maintenance Squadron equipment custodian, and Senior Airman Devon Moody, 22nd MXS aerospace maintenance journeyman, check a fire hydrant to make sure it is still working properly before putting it on a KC-46A Pegasus at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, April 15, 2024. Due to the possibility of high winds and hail, the majority of McConnell’s aircraft left the base for a weather relocation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st class William Lunn)
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Maj. Kyle Baker, 22nd Operations Support Squadron chief of tactics, pilots a KC-135 Stratotanker during EXPLODEO Feb. 28, 2024, over Kansas. EXPLODEO, a McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, exercise, tested the 22nd and 931st Air Refueling Wings’ ability to rapidly deploy and employ into a theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gavin Hameed)
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240228-F-YR448-1259

Tech Sgt. Patrick David, left, 722nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron aircraft hydraulics craftsman, and Tech. Sgt. Rod Harris, 22nd AMXS crew chief, stand on the flightline during EXPLODEO Feb. 28, 2024, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. EXPLODEO, a McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, exercise, tested the 22nd and 931st Air Refueling Wings’ ability to rapidly deploy and employ into a theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gavin Hameed)
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240227-F-YR448-1256

Two F-35 Lightning II’s assigned to Hill Air Force Base, Utah, fly next to a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas during EXPLODEO Feb. 27, 2024, over the Rocky Mountains. EXPLODEO, a McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, exercise, tested the 22nd and 931st Air Refueling Wings’ ability to rapidly deploy and employ into a theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gavin Hameed)
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240227-F-YR448-1255

A KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to McConnell Air Force Base, Kanas, refuels an F-35 Lightning II assigned to Hill Air Force Base, Utah, during EXPLODEO Feb. 27, 2024, over the Rocky Mountains. EXPLODEO, a McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, exercise, tested the 22nd and 931st Air Refueling Wings’ ability to rapidly deploy and employ into a theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gavin Hameed)
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230101-F-EV810-1079

A KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, performs a flyover above GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri, Jan. 1, 2023. The 22nd Air Refueling Wing along with other Air Force units, perform flyovers in conjunction with training to satisfy the needs of the Air Force as well as the public. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Brenden Beezley)
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220925-F-ZB121-0032

McConnell's own KC-135 Stratotanker and KC-46 Pegasus perform a flyby during the Frontiers in Flight Air show at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Sept. 25, 2022. The air show featured 12 performers including Tora Tora Tora, an A-10 demonstration, and the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds to name a few. An air show, also known as an open house, is a way for military members and installations to show appreciation to local communities as well as showcase Department of Defense and Air Force capabilities. Wichita, home to McConnell AFB, is known as the Air Capital of the World, the birthplace of some very famous airframes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. John Gordinier)
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230126-F-XM616-0006

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 138th Fighter Wing from Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Oklahoma, is refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker from McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Jan. 26, 2023. Aerial refueling is a crucial component of the U.S. Air Force’s air superiority mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Willis)
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Refueling the F-16

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 138th Fighter Wing from Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Oklahoma, is being refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker from McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Jan. 26, 2023. Aerial refueling is a crucial component to the U.S. Air Force’s air superiority mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Willis)
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Refueling the F-16

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 138th Fighter Wing from Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Oklahoma, prepares to be refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker from McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Jan. 26, 2023. Aerial refueling is a crucial component to the U.S. Air Force’s air superiority mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Willis)
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Refueling the F-16

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 138th Fighter Wing from Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Oklahoma, is refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker from McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Jan. 26, 2023. Aerial refueling is a crucial component of the U.S. Air Force’s air superiority mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Willis)
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Refueling the F-16

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 138th Fighter Wing from Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Oklahoma, is refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker from McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Jan. 26, 2023. Aerial refueling is a crucial component of the U.S. Air Force’s air superiority mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Willis)
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Refueling the F-16

Major David Puchalla (left), 350th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, Lt. Mary McPherson (Middle), 350th ARS KC-135 pilot, Capt. Cameron Janow (right), 350th ARS KC-135 pilot, discusses air refueling plans Jan. 26, 2023. Aerial Refueling is a crucial component of the U.S. Air Force’s air superiority mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Willis)
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Refueling the F-16

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 138th Fighter Wing from Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Oklahoma, prepares to be refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker from McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Jan. 26, 2023. Aerial refueling is a crucial component of the U.S. Air Force’s air superiority mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Willis)
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Refueling the F-16

Aircrew from the 350th Air Refueling Squadron poses for a photo after an air refueling mission Jan. 26, 2023, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. During the mission, the crew refueled F-16 Fighting Falcons and a B-52 Stratofortress. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Willis)
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Refueling the F-16

Senior Airman Darious Burse, 350th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, refuels an F-16 Fighting Falcon Jan. 26, 2023. Aerial refueling is a crucial component of the U.S. Air Force’s air superiority mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Willis)
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Stratotanker de-icing

Airman 1st Class Aaron Anderson (left), 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, and Senior Airman Nicholas Handy (right), 22nd AMXS communication, countermeasure and navigation systems journeyman de-ices a KC-135 Stratotanker with a de-icing truck at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Jan. 26, 2023. Airmen spray the aircraft with chemicals that remove ice and prevent ice from forming during flight to ensure the free movement of all parts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Willis)
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Stratotanker de-icing

Senior Airman Nicholas Handy, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron communication, countermeasure and navigation systems journeyman, de-ices a KC-135 Stratotanker with a de-icing truck at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Jan. 26, 2023. Airmen spray the aircraft with chemicals that remove ice and prevent ice from forming during flight to ensure the free movement of all parts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Willis)
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