The Four Chaplains were recognized for their service
The Four Chaplains were recognized for their service and sacrifice during “The Four Chaplains Ceremony” Feb. 12, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. In 1943, the chaplain’s transport ship was hit by a torpe... More
New HCCs strengthen base, community bond
McConnell commanders mingle with Honorary Commanders at the 2012 HCC Change of Command ceremony Aug. 7, 2012, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The HCC program helps to ensure and develop a connection between the ... More
Pull the chocks, US Air Force Photo
Senior Airman Justin Pistone, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, removes the chocks from around the front wheels of a KC-135 Stratotanker prior to takeoff March 19, 2013, at McConnell Air Force Base... More
'What you gotta do ...'
Staff Sgt. Joshua Roberts (left), 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron training and validation office trainer and Butler, Mo., native, explains how to operate secure a car into a wheel lift to Airman 1st Class Dev... More
Below Freezing Point, US Air Force Photo
Senior Airman Sharie Fernandez, 22nd Force Support Squadron storeroom clerk, unpacks a package of peas April 10, 2014, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Fernandez is responsible for receiving, unpacking and sto... More
375th AES explains equipment
Capt. Sarah Leatherman, 375th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron flight nurse, explains how the unit’s Simulated Learning Center is utilized for training to civic leaders visiting from McConnell Air Force Base, Ka... More
The Patriot Parachute Team makes their descent to
The Patriot Parachute Team makes their descent to McConnell’s flightline during Frontiers in Flight Open House and Air Show Sept. 9, 2018. The team is comprised of veterans who want to inspire the next generati... More
Airmen from the 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron
Airmen from the 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron play with Ray, a German shepherd, Jan. 19, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The maintenance career field has its challenges so taking a moment to int... More
Rebecca Johnson, Wichita Police Department patrol officer
Rebecca Johnson, Wichita Police Department patrol officer and department defensive tactics instructor, demonstrates self-defense maneuvers during a women’s self defense class June 27, 2013, at McConnell Air For... More
A B-29 Superfortress, known as ‘Doc,’ taxis before
A B-29 Superfortress, known as ‘Doc,’ taxis before takeoff for its first flight in approximately 60 years, July 17, 2016, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Hundreds of people gathered on and around McConnell A... More
KC-135 Stratotankers sits on the flight line at McConnell
KC-135 Stratotankers sits on the flight line at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., Oct. 19, 2017. The KC-135 has been the backbone of the Air Force’s air refueling fleet for nearly 61 years. (U.S. Air Force photo ... More
Destiny Jamieson age 4, smiles after her face is painted
Destiny Jamieson age 4, smiles after her face is painted during the family mobility line event Sept. 28, 2019 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. After receiving a pre-deployment briefing covering topics such as ... More
Tech. Sgt. Matthew Wilson, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance
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 ... More
Airman 1st Class Rhiannon Ero, 22nd Operational Medical
Airman 1st Class Rhiannon Ero, 22nd Operational Medical Readiness Squadron medical technician, administers the first round of the COVID-19 vaccine Feb. 9, 2021, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The Departme... More
Senior Airman Ryan Garvey, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron
Senior Airman Ryan Garvey, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordinance Disposal journeyman, educates For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology Robotics competitors about explosive ordinance... More
Airmen assigned to the 22nd Security Forces Squadron
Airmen assigned to the 22nd Security Forces Squadron stand at attention during a Final Guardmount ceremony May 17, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Members from Team McConnell stood in silence to hono... More
Members of Team McConnell receive recognition for excellence
Members of Team McConnell receive recognition for excellence for their performance during a Unit Effectiveness Inspection Feb. 11, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. During the UEI, inspectors reviewed ... More
An F-22 Raptor is marshalled April, 11, 2019, at McConnell
An F-22 Raptor is marshalled April, 11, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The aircraft has a combination of stealth, maneuverability, and integrated avionics and is coupled with improved supportability. (... More
Master Sgt. Edward Soto, 344th Air Refueling Squadron
Master Sgt. Edward Soto, 344th Air Refueling Squadron operations superintendent, and Maj. Patrick Miller, 22nd Air Refueling Wing executive officer, pose for a photo in the fuselage of a KC-46A Pegasus June 28,... More
A Lulzbot mini 3D printer prints face shield frames
A Lulzbot mini 3D printer prints face shield frames March 31, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. When the frames are combined with a clear shield, it creates a physical barrier covering the eyes, nose a... More
Airmen from Team McConnell march with a banner during
Airmen from Team McConnell march with a banner during the annual Riverfest Sundown Parade, May 29, 2015, in Wichita, Kan. Several dozen Airmen and family members came out to show their appreciation for the cons... More
McConnell’s first KC-46A Pegasus taxis down the runway
McConnell’s first KC-46A Pegasus taxis down the runway Jan. 25, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The KC-46 will serve alongside the KC-135 Stratotanker to provide critical aerial refueling, cargo transpo... More
Staff Sgt. Jordan Field, 22nd Operation Support Squadron
Staff Sgt. Jordan Field, 22nd Operation Support Squadron weather forecaster, answers the phone March 26, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Field continually monitors weather severity and wind speeds to... More
Maj. John Farmer, 22nd Security Forces Squadron commander,
Maj. John Farmer, 22nd Security Forces Squadron commander, promotes to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel September 28, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
Airmen assigned to the 22nd Air Refueling Wing attend
Airmen assigned to the 22nd Air Refueling Wing attend a Senior Master Sergeant Release Party March 8, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The senior master sergeant selection rate for 2019 was at 10.77 perc... More
A McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guardsman presents
A McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guardsman presents a flag to 22nd Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog Rakker during a retirement ceremony, May 13, 2015, at McConnell AFB. Rakker, a former explosive d... More
An F-15 Strike Eagle receives fuel from a KC-135
An F-15 Strike Eagle receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker Oct. 27, 2017. KC-135s enable global reach for American and allied aircraft, ensuring swift results to any situation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senio... More
Air Force Thunderbird maintainers inspect and prepare
Air Force Thunderbird maintainers inspect and prepare an F-16 Fighting Falcon Thunderbird during the Frontiers in Flight Open House and Airshow Sept. 8, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The Thunderbir... More
McConnell Air Force Base's 3rd Quarter Award Winners
McConnell Air Force Base's 3rd Quarter Award Winners at McConnell AFB, Kan., Nov. 8, 2019. Members not present are not pictured.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexi Bosarge)
McConnell’s newest Technical Sergeant selects receive
McConnell’s newest Technical Sergeant selects receive line numbers July 18, 2019 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
The 22nd Security Forces Squadron Emergency Service
The 22nd Security Forces Squadron Emergency Service Team members practice clearing rooms, July 9, 2014, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The EST Airmen use special weapons and tactics to handle a variety of si... More
Kelsie Thomas, Registered Nurse, Robert J. Dole VA
Kelsie Thomas, Registered Nurse, Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center, records “Doc” a B-29 Superfortress during a flyover supporting Operation America Strong May 6, 2020, in Wichita, Kansas. Three aircraft assigne... More
Airmen from the 22nd Maintenance Squadron work together
Airmen from the 22nd Maintenance Squadron work together while operating a JLG Lift, Oct. 2, 2013, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Structural maintenance airmen are required to wear safety harness when perform... More
Class 19-C graduates from Airman Leadership School
Class 19-C graduates from Airman Leadership School March 28, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexi Myrick)
Maj. Todd Abshire celebrates his retirement at McConnell
Maj. Todd Abshire celebrates his retirement at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Abshire served more than 20 years in both the enlisted and officer ranks.
Maj. Todd Abshire celebrates his retirement at McConnell
Maj. Todd Abshire celebrates his retirement at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Abshire served more than 20 years in both the enlisted and officer ranks.
McConnell’s newest Technical Sergeant selects receive
McConnell’s newest Technical Sergeant selects receive line numbers July 18, 2019 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
Nearly five-tons of surplus firefighting equipment
Nearly five-tons of surplus firefighting equipment is loaded on to a C-17 Globemaster assigned to March Air Reserve Base, Calif., March 29, 2013, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. At least once a year, the 22nd... More
Airmen from the 22nd Air Refueling Wing Honor Guard
Airmen from the 22nd Air Refueling Wing Honor Guard practice a color guard detail June 11, 2013, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Color guard is one of several details the airmen practice as part of a strict, ... More
Shell 72 crew, operation Enduring Freedom
Maj. Robert Knapp, 22nd Air Refueling Wing executive officer, Capt. Brett McAuliff, 384th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, and Airman 1st Class Tim Neff, 350th ARS boom operator, stand in front of a KC-135 Stratot... More
'X' marks the spot, US Air Force Photo
Airman 1st Class Johnny Lamb, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, signals to a KC-135R Stratotanker pilot to stop, Dec. 22, 2014, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Crew chiefs are the last people to ... More
Closed for construction
Wichita St. will be closed starting Monday, Jan. 26, due to infrastructure repairs. Plan for the street to be closed for up to three months. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Colby L. Hardin)
22nd CONS Airmen provide business mentorship to women overseas
The McConnell business mentoring team poses for a photo during a lunch committee meeting, March 3, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The volunteer team provides strategic business mentoring to women-owned... More
Tanker team: The crew of Python 62
Airmen assigned to the 22nd Air Refueling Wing prepare a KC-135 Stratotanker for flight July 30, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. During a deployment to Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, four aircrew members ... More
Class 19-D graduates from Airman Leadership School
Class 19-D graduates from Airman Leadership School May 09, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Skyler Combs)
KC-46A Pegasus Wash, US Air Force Photo
Dan Verkuilen, contractor, sprays water on the tail of the KC-46A Pegasus at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., July 13, 2019. Fire hoses washing the KC-46 use around 250 pounds per square inch of water pressure. ... More
Airman Moise Azuma, 22nd Force Support Squadron fitness
Airman Moise Azuma, 22nd Force Support Squadron fitness and sports apprentice, sanitizes dumbbells June 19, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The staff cleans the facility thoroughly twice a day, witho... More
Tech. Sgt. Raymond Gestring, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron
Tech. Sgt. Raymond Gestring, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron fire fighter, radios in a call while Airman 1st Class Angel Evans, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron individual protective equipment apprentice, applies... More
Staff Sgt. Joshua Shafer, Tech. Sgt. Kyle Nizzio and
Staff Sgt. Joshua Shafer, Tech. Sgt. Kyle Nizzio and Tech Sgt. Joseph Gordon, instructors from the 373rd Training Squadron, Detachment 8, smile after delivering a military-dressed teddy bear to a child Dec. 10,... More
Capt. Jason Rupp, 22nd Wing Staff Agencies chaplain,
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 or... More
Retired Lt. Col. Dick Trail, a U.S. Air Force veteran,
Retired Lt. Col. Dick Trail, a U.S. Air Force veteran, poses for a photo with Maj. Brittany Gilmer, 22nd Air Refueling Wing director of staff, March 9, 2018, at Yingling Aviation fixed-base operator in Wichita,... More
An aircrew Airman decontaminates himself in the initial
An aircrew Airman decontaminates himself in the initial decontamination station during an Ability to Survive and Operate exercise, April 29, 2015, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The 22nd Operations Support S... More
Retired Maj. George Boyd, looks at a photo of himself
Retired Maj. George Boyd, looks at a photo of himself in service dress when he was younger, Feb. 25, 2016, at his home in Wichita, Kan. Boyd served for nearly three decades as both an enlisted Airman and a comm... More
Tech. Sgt. Jason Ellis, 137th Special Operations Wing
Tech. Sgt. Jason Ellis, 137th Special Operations Wing fire fighter, triages two Airmen during a severe weather exercise at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., March 5, 2019. Ellis was part of the initial response t... More
Members of the 22nd Medical Group pose for a photo
Members of the 22nd Medical Group pose for a photo with locals from of San Martin Region, Peru, March 2019. The physicians were able to complete 959 diagnoses, the most common among patients were both muscle an... More
Members of the KC-135 Stratotanker Weapons System Council
Members of the KC-135 Stratotanker Weapons System Council pose in front of a KC-135 April 2, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The council met April 1-3 to discuss the future employment of the KC-135. (U.... More
Firefighters from the 22nd Civil Engineering Squadron
Firefighters from the 22nd Civil Engineering Squadron take a moment to discuss processes and procedures during training June 16, 2020 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Firefighters must train regularly to ma... More
Aircrew members perform a preflight inspection a KC-135
Aircrew members perform a preflight inspection a KC-135 Stratotanker during an exercise, Jan. 25, 2013, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Exercises help maintain mission awareness and keep Team McConnell’s skills ... More
Military Working Dog Rakker, 22nd Security Forces Squadron,
Military Working Dog Rakker, 22nd Security Forces Squadron, relaxes before his retirement ceremony, May 13, 2015, at McConnell Air Force Base. Rakker served 49 dog years in the Air Force and plans to enjoy his ... More
Capt. Jacob Wilde, 22nd Air Refueling Wing chaplain,
Capt. Jacob Wilde, 22nd Air Refueling Wing chaplain, speaks during “The Four Chaplain Ceremony” Feb. 2, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. During the speech an image of a stamp was displayed that the U.S. ... More
Airman 1st Class Bailey Pitcher, 22nd Medical Support
Airman 1st Class Bailey Pitcher, 22nd Medical Support Squadron acquisitions technician, orders medical supplies for the 22nd Medical Group July 15, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Pitcher ensures tim... More
Airman 1st Class Douglas Bosarge, 22nd Operations Support
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 ... More
An F-15 Eagle from the 142nd Fighter Wing, Oregon Air
An F-15 Eagle from the 142nd Fighter Wing, Oregon Air National Guard, Portland, Ore., flies alongside a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 22nd Air Refueling Wing, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., July 23, 2013... More
A B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber approaches the rear of
A B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber approaches the rear of a KC-135 Stratotanker in preparation to refuel during a training mission over Midwestern skies, Aug. 1, 2013. The B-2’s unique design has enabled it to travel ... More
Airmen from McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., stand at
Airmen from McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., stand at parade rest in front of children May 30, 2014, at the Jim James Memorial 101 Club, Wichita, Kan. Airmen spent three days leading children through activities ... More
Airman 1st Class Nathaniel Dressler, 22nd Civil Engineering
Airman 1st Class Nathaniel Dressler, 22nd Civil Engineering Squadron firefighter, packs up after egress training on the flight line April 27, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. At least two firefighters... More
Senior Airman William Merth, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance
Senior Airman William Merth, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron integrated flight control system apprentice, left, is recognized by Col. Mark Baran, 22nd Air Refueling Wing vice commander, for earning a score o... More
Class 20-A graduates Airmen Leadership School Dec.
Class 20-A graduates Airmen Leadership School Dec. 12, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexi Bosarge)
Class 19-A graduates from Airman Leadership School
Class 19-A graduates from Airman Leadership School Dec. 13, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)
McConnell’s newest Technical Sergeant selects receive
McConnell’s newest Technical Sergeant selects receive line numbers July 18, 2019 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alan Ricker)
McConnell’s newest Senior NCO inductees attend the
McConnell’s newest Senior NCO inductees attend the Senior NCO induction ceremony Aug. 16, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexi Myrick)
McConnell’s newest Senior NCO inductees attend the
McConnell’s newest Senior NCO inductees attend the Senior NCO induction ceremony Aug. 16, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexi Myrick)
McConnell’s newest Senior NCO inductees attend the
McConnell’s newest Senior NCO inductees attend the Senior NCO induction ceremony Aug. 16, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexi Myrick)
McConnell’s newest Senior NCO inductees attend the
McConnell’s newest Senior NCO inductees attend the Senior NCO induction ceremony Aug. 16, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexi Myrick)
Air Force Ball continues heritage
Maj. Gen. Darren McDew, Air Force District of Washington commander, speaks to the crowd at the 2011 Air Force Ball. The ball is an annual Air Force-wide tradition to celebrate the heritage and history of the Ai... More
Staff Sgt. Thomas Lapeer, 22nd Operations Support Squadron
Staff Sgt. Thomas Lapeer, 22nd Operations Support Squadron weather flight forecaster, sets up his equipment during an operations readiness exercise Jan. 29, 2014, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Lapeer’s miss... More
West Point cadets tour McConnell weather shop
Senior Master Sgt. Barbara Marting, 22nd Operations Support Squadron weather flight chief, showcases weather instruments to a group of West Point cadets June 1, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The cadet... More
22nd MXG Airman earns Faces of A/R recognition
Staff Sgt. Caleb May, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant flying crew chief, poses for a photo with Col. Phil Heseltine, 22nd Air Refueling Wing vice commander, Chief Master Sgt. Leon Calloway, 22nd AR... More
22nd ARW Airman of the Week 9-12
Col. Rich Tanner, 22nd Air Refueling Wing commander, presents a coin to Senior Airman Shaquerria Heaney, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron electrical and environmental systems journeyman, for being highlighted... More
Working through Winter
Airman 1st Class Emanuel Perez, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, checks the tire pressure on a KC-135 Stratotanker during a pre-flight inspection Dec. 17, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. D... More
When I lost my stripe — Beyond the Blue
Senior Airman Michaela Slanchik, 22nd Wing Staff Agencies Public Affairs photojournalist, shares her story of resilience Sept. 30, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Slanchik discussed personal challeng... More
One KC-135 Stratotanker and seven KC-46A Pegasus perform
One KC-135 Stratotanker and seven KC-46A Pegasus perform an elephant walk July 1, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. McConnell’s tanker aircrews and maintenance personnel were tested on their ability to... More
Col. Jonathan Downing, outgoing 22nd Maintenance Group
Col. Jonathan Downing, outgoing 22nd Maintenance Group commander, right, relinquishes command during a change of command ceremony July 9, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. As the 22nd MXG commander, Do... More
Lt. Gen. Darren McDew, 18th Air Force commander, presents
Lt. Gen. Darren McDew, 18th Air Force commander, presents Master Sgt. Cesar Flores, 22nd Air Refueling Wing Inspector General superintendent, with a Purple Heart medal during an all call Dec. 12, 2012, McConnel... More
Lt. Col. Wendell Hertzelle, 22nd Air Refueling Wing
Lt. Col. Wendell Hertzelle, 22nd Air Refueling Wing plans and programs chief and KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, runs away from his friends and family as they spray him with water Feb. 10, 2017, at McConnell Air For... More
Drago, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working
Drago, 22nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog, waits for his handler to give him a command while completing an obstacle course Oct. 6, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The obstacle course ... More
McConnell’s first KC-46A Pegasus lands on the flightline
McConnell’s first KC-46A Pegasus lands on the flightline Jan. 25, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The KC-46 will serve alongside the KC-135 Stratotanker at McConnell and supply critical aerial refuel... More
Members of Team McConnell enjoy the final banquet to
Members of Team McConnell enjoy the final banquet to honor Women in Aviation Pioneer inductees and scholarship recipients March 4, 2017, in Orlando, Fla. Over 120 different scholarships were distributed to furt... More
Firefighters assigned to the 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron
Firefighters assigned to the 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron prepare to complete a training exercise April 6, 2017, in base housing at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The firefighters used a vacant house that is sc... More
Master Sgt. Bobby McCrary, 22nd Force Support Squadron
Master Sgt. Bobby McCrary, 22nd Force Support Squadron NCO in-charge of Honor Guard, drives his car 1958 Chevy Impala, July 13, 2017, at his home in Derby, Kan. Growing up McCrary traveled up and down the state... More
A KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to MacDill Air Force
A KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., taxis to a parking space Sept. 7, 2017, at McConnell AFB, Kan. McConnell is housing the KC-135s to help keep them safe during Hurricane Irma. The ... More
T-posts lay in a truck bed before being used to make
T-posts lay in a truck bed before being used to make a rope fence Aug. 28, 2018, Wichita, Kansas. The Dirt Boys made a rope fence to guide attendants for the upcoming air show, Frontiers in Flight. (U.S. Air Fo... More
McConnell’s newest Senior NCO inductees attend the
McConnell’s newest Senior NCO inductees attend the Senior NCO induction ceremony Aug. 16, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexi Myrick)
A KC-46A Pegasus prepares to land July 28th, 2019 at
A KC-46A Pegasus prepares to land July 28th, 2019 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Two high-bypass turbofans power the KC-46 to takeoff at gross weights up to 415,000 pounds. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Ai... More
A microscope is used to observe the blood sample July
A microscope is used to observe the blood sample July 20, 2020, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Lab technicians manually count blood cells and analyze samples to search for any abnormal blood counts. (U.S.... More
United States Air Force Academy cadets listen to the
United States Air Force Academy cadets listen to the Women in Aviation panel Jan. 22, 2021, at Colorado Springs, Colorado. The panel topics covered experiences for female aviators, the role as a pilot in the Ai... More
Family, friends and supporters celebrate the life of
Family, friends and supporters celebrate the life of Maj. Dean Klenda, an F-105 Thunderchief pilot who was listed as missing in action during the Vietnam War, at his funeral, Sept. 17, 2016, at St. John Nepomuc... More
Tora! Tora! Tora! pilots fly over the crowd during
Tora! Tora! Tora! pilots fly over the crowd during the Frontiers in Flight Open House and Air Show Sept. 9, 2018, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Tora! Tora! Tora! Airshows presented a reenactment of the E... More
First Lt. Johnathan Pavan, 194th Fighter Squadron pilot,
First Lt. Johnathan Pavan, 194th Fighter Squadron pilot, flies an F-15C Eagle assigned to the 144th Fighter Wing, Fresno Air National Guard Base, Calif., during an aerial refuling mission with a KC-135 Stratota... More
Three F-16 Flying Falcon Thunderbirds fly in formation
Three F-16 Flying Falcon Thunderbirds fly in formation July 30, 2018, in the mid-western skies of the U.S. The Thunderbirds are the Air Force’s premiere air demonstration team and perform at different events ac... More