Master Sgt. Scott Perkins, 931st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, pulls the chocks from underneath the KC-46A Pegasus before taxi Feb. 21, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. McConnell has taken various steps toward operationally flying the new aircraft, including facility improvements holding KC-46 simulators and a fuselage trainer. After all the procedures in the familiarization period are complete, McConnell will be able to operationally fly and refuel with the aircraft. (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out identification badges) (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexi Myrick)