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Four KC-135 Stratotankers taxi to the runway as part of a readiness exercise March 28, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The 22nd OSS tested response procedures during the exercise to increase readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Skyler Combs)
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KC-135 crew members rush to their transports during a readiness exercise March 27,2019, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Alert crews quickly prepared to take off in a moment’s notice to test their response and increase readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Skyler Combs)
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McConnell Airmen support Global Thunder

Airmen listen to a briefing during Global Thunder 19, Oct. 31, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Global Thunder is a globally integrated exercise that provides training opportunities that assess all U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) mission areas and joint and field training operational readiness, with a specific focus on nuclear readiness. USSTRATCOM has global responsibilities assigned through the Unified Command Plan that includes strategic deterrence, nuclear operations, space operations, joint electromagnetic spectrum operations, global strike, missile defense, and analysis and targeting. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Crawley)
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McConnel Airmen support Global Thunder

An Airman from the 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron reviews mobility items prior to issuing the equipment during a mobility training exercise, Oct. 31, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. This process ensures Airmen have all of the required items if deploying in support of a contingency. Global Thunder involves extensive planning and coordination and provides unique training opportunities and assessments for all U.S. Strategic Command mission areas and joint and field training operational readiness, with a specific focus on nuclear readiness. The training is based on a notional scenario exercise to test readiness and ensure a safe, secure, ready and reliable strategic deterrent force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michaela R. Slanchik)
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Refueling Thunderbirds

Six F-16 Flying Falcon Thunderbirds fly in formation July 30, 2018, over Colorado. The demonstration team will be performing at McConnell Air Force Base’s Frontiers in Flight Air Show this year on September 8 and 9. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Refueling Thunderbirds

An F-16 Flying Falcon Thunderbird approaches a boom to receive fuel July 30, 2018, in the mid-western skies of the U.S. The Thunderbirds have been performing for audiences around the world since 1953. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Refueling Thunderbirds

Two F-16 Flying Falcon Thunderbirds form up July 30, 2018, in the mid-western skies of the U.S. More than 300 million people in all 50 states and 58 foreign countries have seen the red, white and blue jets in more than 4,000 aerial demonstrations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Refueling Thunderbirds

An F-16 Flying Falcon Thunderbird receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker, assigned to McConnell, July 30, 2018, in the western skies of the U.S. The Thunderbirds are often accompanied from one stop to another by an Air Force tanker aircraft to provide a quick, non-stop route between performances. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Refueling Thunderbirds

An F-16 Flying Falcon Thunderbird flies alone July 30, 2018, in the mid-western skies of the U.S. The F-16 burn through fuel quickly, requiring the assistance of a tanker aircraft during long-distance flights. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Refueling Thunderbirds

An F-16 Flying Falcon Thunderbird flies alone July 30, 2018, in the eastern skies of the U.S. One of the Thunderbird’s objectives is to represent the U.S. and its armed forces to foreign nations and project international goodwill. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Refueling Thunderbirds

Four F-16 Flying Falcon Thunderbirds fly in formation July 30, 2018, in the mid-western skies of the U.S. The Thunderbirds perform precision aerial maneuvers that demonstrate the capabilities of Air Force high performance aircraft to people throughout the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Refueling Thunderbirds

Four F-16 Flying Falcon Thunderbirds fly in formation July 30, 2018, in the eastern skies of the U.S. One of the Thunderbird’s objectives is to strengthen morale and esprit de corps among Air Force members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Refueling Thunderbirds

Four F-16 Flying Falcon Thunderbirds fly in formation July 30, 2018, in the eastern skies of the U.S. One of the Thunderbird’s objectives is to support Air Force recruiting and retention programs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Refueling Thunderbirds

Two F-16 Flying Falcon Thunderbirds fly in formation July 30, 2018, in the eastern skies of the U.S. One of the Thunderbird’s objectives is to reinforce public confidence in the Air Force and demonstrate the professional competence of Air Force members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Refueling Thunderbirds

An F-16 Flying Falcon Thunderbird receives fuel from a KC-135 Statotanker, assigned to McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, July 30, 2018, in the eastern skies of the U.S. The Thunderbirds were refueled three times during a flight back to their home station, Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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Refueling Thunderbirds

An F-16 Flying Falcon Thunderbird receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker, assigned to McConnell Air Force, Kansas, July 30, 2018, in the eastern skies of the U.S. Six thunderbirds were refueled three separate times during the flight towards Denver, Colorado. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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KC-135 aircrew prepare for exercise

KC-135 Stratotankers sit on a runway, March 25, 2018, at Gowen Field, Boise, Idaho. The KC-135 provides the core aerial refueling capability for the Air Force and has excelled in this role for more than 60 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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KC-135 aircrew prepare for exercise

A KC-135 Stratotanker taxis on a flight line, March 25, 2018, at Gowen Field, Boise, Idaho. The KC-135 provides a flying refueling resource for multiple allies and U.S. military aircrafts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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KC-135 aircrew prepare for exercise

Capt. Brad Obeqfell, 349th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, views the landscape March 25, 2018, at Gowen Field near Boise, Idaho. Obeqfell coordinated with the navigator and his instruments in order to stay on course. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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KC-135 aircrew prepare for exercise

Four levers remain at the start position March 25, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The four levers are used to control the power that runs through each engine on the KC-135 Stratotanker. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
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