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Aug. 26, 2026
Spin it to win it: McConnell innovation

A 3D-printed tool designed by a Team McConnell maintainer is helping Airmen refinish aircraft wheels faster by allowing them to rotate the wheels while painting, eliminating hours of drying time between coats.
July 21, 2026
McConnell team member creates an innovative solution to a persistent problem

A brand new invention solves multiple KC-46A Pegasus engine servicing issues. Original invention straight out of McConnell Air Force Base Innovation Lab, a 3D-printed funnel for the KC-46A Pegasus has greatly reduced oil spillage and potential contamination, strengthening mission readiness. The
May 12, 2020
McConnell’s Innovation Lab partners with the community to support healthcare workers

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- McConnell’s Innovation Lab has been supporting a community project since March 27, 2020, by 3-D printing face shield frames for those on the front line battling the coronavirus.
Aug. 7, 2019
KC-46 Cargo Validation Tool

Tech. Sgt. Clayton Allen, 22nd Air Refueling Wing NCO in-charge of wing innovations, designed and created the KC-46A Pegasus Cargo Validation Tool prototype May 20, 2019, to serve as a guide for aerial porters, who are responsible for coordinating the transportation of assets on military aircraft at

Spin it to win it: McConnell innovation