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Refueling the Thunderbirds

A U.S. Air Force Thunderbird F-16 Fighting Falcon from Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, moves into refueling position Oct. 11, 2021, by a McConnell Air Force Base KC-135 Stratotanker. The KC-135 has provided the core aerial refueling capability for the U.S. Air Force and has excelled in this role for more than 60 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Refueling the Thunderbirds

Captain Cori McFadden and Capt. Kevin Clink, 350th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilots, shut down their aircraft Oct 11, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. During post-flight, the aircrew members ensure everything functions properly and safely so it’s ready for the next mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Welcome home

Three KC-135 Stratotankers assigned to the 350th Air Refueling Squadron land at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Sep. 5, 2021. Four aircraft in total returned from deployment in support of Operation Allies Refuge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Welcome home

Senior Master Sgt. Aaron Tessmann, 350th Air Refueling Squadron superintendent, hugs his son after returning home from a deployment Sep. 5, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Tessmann was a part of the last refueling crew from McConnell to support Operation Allies Refuge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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McConnell’s new static display

Staff Sgt. Joshua Metz, 931st Maintenance Squadron repair and reclamation craftsman, attaches a rudder to a KC-135 Stratotanker static display tail fin July 8, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. With over 60 years of service to the U.S. Air Force, McConnell has placed a KC-135 tail fin static display recognizing the aircraft before its slated retirement in 2023. U.S Air Force photo Zachary Willis)
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McConnell’s new static display

Staff Sgt. Joshua Metz, 931st Maintenance Squadron repair and reclamation craftsman, fastens a bracket to a KC-135 Stratotanker static display tail fin July 8, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The bracket allows an 18-ton crane to pick up the tail fin and move it into position so the rudder can be connected. (U.S Air Force photo Zachary Willis) 22 ARW, McConnell AFB, KC-135
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McConnell’s new static display

Staff Sgt. Joshua Metz, 931st Maintenance Squadron repair and reclamation craftsman, guides Tech Sgt. Billie Jean Stone, 931st MXS repair and reclamation craftsman, as she raises a KC-135 Stratotanker static display tail fin July 8, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The tail fin will be repainted with eco-friendly paint in the near future. U.S Air Force photo Zachary Willis)
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Post-flight maintenance

Airmen from the 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron conduct a post-flight check on a KC-135 Stratotanker Jan. 25, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Post-flight duties include marshalling the aircraft into a parking spot, checking oil levels in the engines and running through an inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Post-flight maintenance

Senior Airman Alec Gobel, Senior Airman Timothy Reed and Senior Airman Buddy Brown, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chiefs, begin post-flight maintenance Jan. 25, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The crew chief’s extensive list of responsibilities include pre, post and thru-flight checks with various inspections that allows them to fully understand their vital role when repairing the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Post-flight maintenance

Senior Airman Alec Gobel, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, installs a tail stand on a KC-135 Stratotanker Jan. 25, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. A tail stand keeps the tanker level while it is being refueled on the ground. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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KC-135 de-icing: The frosty refueler

Airman 1st Class Chase Stringer from the 22nd Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion journeyman, de-ice's a KC-135 Statotanker using Global GL 1800 de-ice trucks Dec. 3, 2020 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Airmen spray the aircraft with chemicals that remove ice as well as prevent ice from forming during flight to ensure free movements of all parts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airmen 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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KC-135 de-icing: The frosty refueler

Members of the 22nd Maintenance Squadron clear ice from a KC-135 Stratotanker before flight Dec. 3 2020 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. De-icing must happen pre-flight in order to prevent ice buildup on the wings. Ice increases drag on the aircraft requiring significantly more power to maintain airspeed and altitude.( U.S. Air Force photo by Airmen 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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KC-135 de-icing: The frosty refueler

Members of the 22nd maintenance Squadron de-ice the wings of a KC-135 Statotanker by using Global GL 1800 de-icing trucks Dec. 3, 2020 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The de-icing trucks are capable of holding 1,640 gallons of de-icing fluid and 165 gallons of anti-ice, sprayed separately on the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airmen 1st Class)
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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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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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