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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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Team McConnell takes the KC-46 on its first extended mission

Members of Team McConnell fly a KC-46A Pegasus above another KC-46 during an extended mission in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region on Oct. 23, 2020. This was the first time the KC-46 had flown an extended a self-sustained mission into the region. Overall, the crew was able to offload approximately half a million gallons of fuel to 87 aircraft during their two week mission to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Clay Wonders)
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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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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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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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Chief Release

Col. Thad Middleton, 22nd Operations Group commander, congratulates Senior Master Sgt. Lindsay Moon, 344th Air Refueling Squadron superintendent, after being told he was chosen to promote Dec. 1, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. McConnell's two senior master sergeants were selected out of the eligible 2,763 in the Air Force. The selection rate for the 20E9 promotion cycle was 18.75%. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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Chief Release

Senior Master Sgt. Lindsay Moon, 344th Air Refueling Squadron superintendent, celebrates after being told of his promotion Dec. 1, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. McConnell leadership surprised the two senior master sergeants, announcing their promotion to chief master sergeant. Only 518 seniors in the Air Force were selected to promote during the 20E9 promotion cycle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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Chief Release

Col. Robert Kelly, 22nd Mission Support Group commander, congratulates Senior Master Sgt. Shanton Russell, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron deputy fire chief, on his selection to promote Dec. 1, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Two senior master sergeants were selected to promote to chief master sergeant at McConnell. This year, 518 out of the 2,763 eligible Airmen in the Air Force were selected to promote to chief master sergeant. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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Chief Release

Senior Master Sgt. Shanton Russell, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron deputy fire chief, laughs after he hears he was selected to promote Dec. 1, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Out of the 518 chief master sergeant selectees across the Air Force, two are stationed at McConnell. There was an 18.75% selection rate for this year's promotion cycle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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The ones left behind: Beyond the Blue

(U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Nilsa Garcia)
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A dream to commission comes to fruition

Tech. Sgt. Nathan Zachary, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron cargo movement noncommissioned officer in charge, poses for a photo Nov. 20, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Zachary selected to commission by Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass as part of the Senior Enlisted Commissioning Program-A. The program enables senior leaders to directly select talented enlisted members who exhibit exceptional performance to commission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
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