• KC-46 Fuel Tank Removal

    Tech Sgt. Darryan Lane, 22nd Maintenance Squadron aircraft fuel systems shift lead, prepares a KC-46A Pegasus fuel cell for removal at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Feb. 7, 2025. A KC-46 can hold up to 212,299 pounds of fuel split between three fuel cells. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman

  • Kingfish ACE: Not just a roll of the dice for readiness

    This June, the 22nd Force Support Squadron implemented a new weeklong professional development course called Foundations that culminates with a unique learning experience for its participants – a war board game called Kingfish ACE.

  • Your Why, Our Strength

    “The exhibit encourages individuals to reflect and express their personal motivations and support networks, strengthening cohesion,” said McConnell prevention coordinator Nicole Schmalbach. “This exhibit highlights reliance within the McConnell community. It also highlights the role of protective

  • USAFA Cadets visit McConnell

    The 22nd Air Refueling Wing hosted nine cadets from the U.S. Air Force Academy as part of Operation Air Force program, June 4-19, 2024.

  • McConnell Airmen show base initiatives to CMSAF

    Airmen from the 22nd and 931st Air Refueling Wings demonstrated how they foster more resilient members while staying at the forefront of the Air Force’s refueling enterprise during Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass’ visit Nov. 28-29, 2023.