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Drunk-Driving Prevention Month

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McConnell's advancement in air safety

Michael Jungen, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron United States Fish & Wildlife Service’s biologist and Sikes Act liaison, conducts a bird survey Dec. 9, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base. A Sikes Act Liaison develops and maintains military installations throughout the United States. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airmen 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Israeli Air Force visits Team McConnell

Lt. Col. Theodore Fisher, 344th Air Refueling Wing operations officer, introduces Brig. Gen. Nir Barkan, Israeli Air Force Chief of the Air Staff and Vice Commander, to the KC-46A Pegasus air refueling operator station during an in-flight tour from Joint Base Andrews, Maryland to McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas Dec. 8, 2020. The flight was an opportunity for the IAF to observe the operation and procedures of the KC-46 as well as training and maintenance of the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Skyler Combs)
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Israeli Air Force visits Team McConnell

Tech. Sgt. Matthew Wilson, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron aerospace maintenance section noncommisioned officer in charge, gives Israeli Air Force members a tour of the KC-46A Pegasus’ exterior during their visit Dec. 8, 2020 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The tour demonstrated aspects of training and maintenance of the KC-46 as well as its role in McConnell’s air refueling mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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Airfield Management protects the planes

Airman 1st Class Douglas Bosarge, 22nd Operations Support Squadron airfield management journeyman, performs a daily primary crash alert system check Dec. 4, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The crash phone is used to call a list of agencies during a real-world emergency, which allows first responders to report to any ground or air emergency in a timely manner. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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Airfield Management protects the planes

Airman 1st Class Douglas Bosarge, 22nd Operations Support Squadron airfield management journeyman, picks up foreign object debris on the flightline Dec. 4, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The airfield management team is required to conduct at least one visual inspections daily to prevent any hazards during aircraft operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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Airfield Management protects the planes

Airman 1st Class Douglas Bosarge, 22nd Operations Support Squadron airfield management journeyman, performs a visual inspection on the runway Dec. 4, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. If foreign object debris or a concrete damage is found, it is reported to the 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron for repairs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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Airfield Management protects the planes

Airman 1st Class Douglas Bosarge, 22nd Operations Support Squadron airfield management journeyman, radios the air traffic control tower prior to crossing the runway Dec. 4, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The Airfield Management shop is responsible for the maintenance of runways, lighting and integrity of the airfield, ensuring safe conditions for aircraft landings and departures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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Hydraulics Airmen enter the KC-135 "hellhole"

Staff Sgt. Logan Schiermeyer, 22nd Maintenance Squadron hydraulics systems craftsman, replaces specialized oil inside of KC-135 Stratotanker boom hoist gear box during an isochronal inspection Dec. 2, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The gear box’s lubricant is replaced to ensure the tanker’s boom is fully operational and can efficiently support McConnell’s refueling mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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Hydraulics Airmen enter the KC-135 "hellhole"

Staff Sgt. Logan Schiermeyer, 22nd Maintenance Squadron hydraulics systems craftsman, loosens nuts on a KC-135 Stratotanker boom hoist gear box during an isochronal inspection Dec. 2, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The gear box is removed from the tanker and serviced during the inspection. This allows the boom hoist unit to continue to operate the boom hoist cable that maneuvers the boom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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Hydraulics Airmen enter the KC-135 "hellhole"

Staff Sgt. Logan Schiermeyer, 22nd Maintenance Squadron hydraulics systems craftsman, services a boom hoist gear box from a KC-135 Stratotanker during an isochronal inspection Dec. 2, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Specialized oil is replaced during the inspection, ensuring the gear box is able to support the operation of the boom hoist cable. The cable, connected to the boom hoist unit, lifts and lowers the boom during refueling operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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Hydraulics Airmen enter the KC-135 "hellhole"

Staff Sgt. Logan Schiermeyer, 22nd Maintenance Squadron hydraulics systems craftsman, removes a boom hoist gear box from a KC-135 Stratotanker during an isochronal inspection Dec. 2, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The gear box is maintained each isochronal inspection, which occurs every two years. It is a part of the boom hoist unit, which utilizes a cable to maneuver the boom during aerial refueling operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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Hydraulics Airmen enter the KC-135 "hellhole"

Staff Sgt. Logan Schiermeyer, 22nd Maintenance Squadron hydraulics systems craftsman, ascends stairs towards the tail access compartment on a KC-135 Stratotanker during an isochronal inspection Dec. 2, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The boom hoist unit, located inside the tail access compartment, enables the boom hoist cable to lift and lower the boom, and it is serviced every two years during an isochronal inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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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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KC-135 crew chiefs operate during isochronal inspection

Staff Sgt. Brandon Thompson, 22nd Maintenance Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker crew chief, removes screws from a KC-135 push rod panel during an isochronal inspection Dec. 2, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. These inspections ensure the tanker is able to continue to supply military aircraft with fuel during aerial refueling operations across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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KC-135 crew chiefs operate during isochronal inspection

Staff Sgt. Brandon Thompson, 22nd Maintenance Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker crew chief, removes screws from a KC-135 upper outward aileron lockout panel during an isochronal inspection Dec. 2, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. During the examination, Airmen expose internal elements by de-paneling the aircraft, which allows them to thoroughly investigate the tanker. The isochronal inspection can take up to 3 weeks to complete. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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KC-135 crew chiefs operate during isochronal inspection

Staff Sgt. Brandon Thompson, 22nd Maintenance Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker crew chief, removes screws from a KC-135 upper outward aileron lockout panel during an isochronal inspection Dec. 2, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Isochronal inspections, taking place every two years, allow maintainers to thoroughly examine the internal and external segments of an aircraft for corrosion, cracks or chips. (U.S. photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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Chief Release

Senior Leadership poses for a photo with McConnell's two chief master sergeant selects Dec. 1, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Air Force officials selected 518 senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeants during the 20E9 promotion cycle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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