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22nd MXS Airmen perform KC-46 gear swing

A KC-46A Pegasus sits suspended in the air during a gear swing Jan. 7, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Lifting the aircraft enables maintainers to observe the retraction and descension of the main and nose landing gears in a simulated in-flight environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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22nd MXS Airmen perform KC-46 gear swing

A KC-46A Pegasus sits suspended in a hangar Jan. 7, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Maintener Airmen performed a full aircraft jack to prepare the jet for a landing gear swing during maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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Hydraulic systems Airmen service KC-46

Staff Sgt. J. Brannon Dubose, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron KC-46A Pegasus hydraulic systems craftsman, hand-pumps hydraulic fluid into a KC-46 Jan. 7, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Due to the contamination, the skydrol in the aircraft was replaced in order to ensure the prolonged use of the aircraft for future air refueling operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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Hydraulic systems Airmen service KC-46

Staff Sgt. J. Brannon Dubose, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron KC-46A Pegasus hydraulic systems craftsman, connects a hose to a drum containing skydrol, hydraulic fluid used for the KC-46, Jan. 7, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Hydraulic systems Airmen drained and replaced the aircraft’s fluid due to a contamination. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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Hydraulic systems Airmen service KC-46

Senior Airman Ryan Fugit and Senior Airman Steven Scott, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron hydraulic journeymen, drain skydrol, specialized hydraulic fluid, from a KC-46A Pegasus’ center hydraulic system reservoir Jan. 7, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The skydrol was drained into a 55-gallon drum to flush contaminated liquid after a gear swing, a method used to cycle fluid in an aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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McConnell first to use modified hydraulic portable test stand on KC-46

Master Sgt. Joel Trevino, 22nd Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment production superintendent, oversees the operation of a newly modified hydraulic portable test stand during a KC-46A Pegasus flight control test Jan. 7, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Trevino is currently creating operating guidelines for future use, teaching several KC-46 technicians, across the Air Force, how to effectively use the stand. McConnell was the first to connect and operate the equipment with the KC-46. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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McConnell first to use modified hydraulic portable test stand on KC-46

Senior Airman Steven Stott, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron hydraulic journeyman, connects a hose from a newly modified hydraulic portable test stand to a KC-46A Pegasus’ external hydraulic pressure connection Jan. 7, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. While testing the stand, maintenance Airmen were successfully able to filter the aircraft’s hydraulic system and ensure the flight controls operated properly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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McConnell first to use modified hydraulic portable test stand on KC-46

Staff Sgt. Lenzy Lewis, 22nd Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment craftsman, observes the interior of a newly modified hydraulic portable test stand Jan. 7, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The stand has been equipped with new parts and flow regulators needed to efficiently provide pressure to the KC-46A Pegasus, allowing Airmen to test the flight controls while the aircraft is immobile. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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McConnell first to use modified hydraulic portable test stand on KC-46

Tech. Sgt. Matthew Stewart, 22nd Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment technician, watches an air bleed tube sight on a hydraulic portable test stand Jan. 7, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The tube sight provides a visual indication of when the operator needs to initially release air from the system, preventing damage to the stand and the aircraft. This is the first time the newly modified test stand has been used on a KC-46A Pegasus. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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Fear of failure: Beyond the Blue

Senior Master Sgt. Alan Gage, 22nd Maintenance Squadron flight superintendent, poses for a photo Dec. 17, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Gage shared his story as part of McConnell’s Beyond the Blue initiative, which takes steps to normalize help-seeking behaviors. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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Chapel’s stocking drop

Capt. Jason Rupp, 22nd Wing Staff Agencies chaplain, leaves holiday stockings on the doors of the Airmen dorms Dec. 22, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. McConnell’s chapel lead the gift bag drop in order to boost morale for the Airmen that weren’t able to make it home for the holidays. The 20 volunteers were able to deliver more than 400 bags to the Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Chapel’s stocking drop

Capt. Jason Rupp, 22nd Wing Staff Agencies chaplain, carries holiday stockings to the Airmen in the dorms Dec. 22, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The stockings included items aimed to help with spiritual and mental resiliency for Airmen to use throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Willis)
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Giving back: McConnell’s first virtual Angel Tree

Staff Sgt. Bradlee Brown, 22nd Force Support Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of community commons, poses for a photo Dec. 17, 2020 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. In efforts to alleviate financial burdens for some local families, Team McConnell successfully completed its first virtual Angel Tree under Brown’s lead. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Senior Airman Nilsa Garcia)
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Superior air power in adverse conditions

Airman 1st Class Tyler Young, 350th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, poses for a photo Oct. 2, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Young operated a KC-135 Stratotanker boom, offloading fuel to F-22 Raptors, who were tasked with deterring aircraft entering the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone in support of Operation Noble Eagle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Marc A. Garcia)
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Drunk-Driving Prevention Month

(U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Alexi Bosarge)
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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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