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McConnell showcases capabilities to AMC leaders

U.S. Air Force Senior Airmen Chase Flemming and Matthew Higgs, League of Extraordinary Airmen president and vice president, present their organization to Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, Air Mobility Command commander, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Feb. 3, 2021. The League of Extraordinary Airmen enlisted organization provides Airmen an opportunity to unite and increase motivation and mental health. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Airmen in a League of their own

Senior Airmen Chase Flemming and Matthew Higgs, League of Extraordinary Airmen president and vice president, present their organization to Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, Air Mobility Command commander, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Feb. 3, 2021. The League of Extraordinary Airmen enlisted organization provides Airmen an opportunity to unite and increase motivation and mental health. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Airmen in a League of their own

The League of Extraordinary Airmen poses with Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, Air Mobility Command commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Brian Kruzelnick, Air Mobility Command chief at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Feb. 3, 2021. The League of Extraordinary Airmen enlisted organization provides Airmen an opportunity to unite and increase motivation and mental health. (Courtesy photo)
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Virtual 4th Quarterly Awards

Col. Richard Tanner, 22nd Air Refueling Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Melissa Royster, 22nd ARW command chief, celebrate the winners of the 22nd ARW 4th quarter awards.
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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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McConnell administers COVID-19 Vaccine

Chief Master Sgt. Melissa Royster, 22nd Air Refueling Wing command chief, receives her first round of the COVID-19 vaccine Jan. 22, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The vaccine is currently voluntary for all Department of Defense personnel including active duty, Guard/Reserve, retirees, family members, civilian employees and selected DOD contracted personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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Boom maintenance

Senior Airman Brenden Pauly, 931st Maintenance Squadron crew chief,¬ and Senior Airman Cuong Nguyen, 931st MXS crew chief, conduct a boom telescoping tube chain and cable inspection Jan. 21, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The inspection ensures that the boom will lower and retract during air refueling missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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McConnell administers COVID-19 Vaccine

Col. Richard Tanner, 22nd Air Refueling Wing commander, receives his first round of the COVID-19 vaccine from Senior Airman Stephen Vasko, 22nd Medical Operations Squadron aerospace medical technician, Jan. 21, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The Department of Defense’s priority with the vaccine is to ensure all uniformed personnel, DOD civilians and their families are able to safeguard national security and support the whole-of-government response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Nilsa Garica)
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From the tower to the skies

Tech. Sgt. Derek Cross, 22nd Operations Support Squadron air traffic controller craftsman, radios to a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot Jan. 20, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Cross is local controller, also known as tower control, and will issue instructions for the safe takeoff and landing of the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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From the tower to the skies

Master Sgt. William Putnam, 22nd Operations Support Squadron air traffic controller senior watch supervisor, guides a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot onto the runway Jan. 20, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Air traffic controllers must have the ability to problem solve, communicate effectively, and multitask in order to ensure safety of air traffic on the ground and in the air. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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From the tower to the skies

Mike Crabb, 22nd Operations Support Squadron tower watch supervisor, reviews a list of incoming flights Jan. 20, 2020 at McConnell Air Force Base Kansas. Air traffic controllers direct aircraft safely through their assigned flight paths, within a specific sector of airspace. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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COMSEC: What is your need to know?

Staff Sgt. Shawn Kesinger, 22nd Communications Squadron Wing communications security noncommissioned officer in-charge, Airman Joshua Bamba, 22nd CS Wing COMSEC clerk, and Christine Gaines, 22nd CS Wing COMSEC manager, pose for a photo Jan. 20, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The COMSEC team ensures McConnell’s information is secured, enabling the installation to generate aircraft and perform aerial refueling missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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22nd MDG begins COVID-19 vaccinations

The 22nd Medical Group began administering its initial round of COVID-19 vaccines Jan. 19, 2021 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The limited number of vaccines available are currently being administered through a phased approach starting with medical personnel, first responders and essential personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Nilsa Garcia)
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Maintaining the maintainers

Ray, a German shepherd, poses for a photo Jan. 15, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Ray was brought to the 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron for "Puppy Friday", which a morale initiative is created by the AMXS first sergeants to reduce stress and increase morale. ( U.S. Air Force photo by Airmen 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Maintaining the maintainers

Airmen from the 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron play with Ray, a German shepherd, Jan. 19, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The maintenance career field has its challenges so taking a moment to interact with an animal can help boost emotional well-being and social support. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airmen 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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22nd ARW conducts readiness exercise

A KC-135 Stratotanker taxis on the flightline during a readiness exercise Jan. 14, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Exercises are designed to test Team McConnell’s rapid mobility capabilities and their ability to generate aircraft within minutes of being notified of a mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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22nd ARW conducts readiness exercise

Alert vehicles transport KC-135 Stratotanker aircrew past a KC-46A Pegasus and into an entry control point during a readiness exercise Jan. 14, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Airmen assigned to the 22nd Security Forces Squadron, manning the entry point, tested response procedures during the exercise to evaluate readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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22nd ARW conducts readiness exercise

A transport vehicle, carrying KC-135 Stratotanker alert crew members, drives towards an entry control point during a readiness exercise Jan. 14, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Alert crews are responsible for preparing to take off in a moment’s notice to test their response, procedures and to increase readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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