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  • Block 45 moves closer to mission-ready

    Seven of McConnell's KC-135 Stratotankers received Block 45 upgrade, moving closer to operational missions and bringing the 59-year-old aircraft new technology.The Block 45 upgrade addresses critical aircraft equipment and safety of flight issues including a new auto pilot, a new radio altimeter and

  • Commissaries continue to roll out in-store WiFi

    Sixteen more stores will offer Wi-Fi access for commissary patrons between June and September as the Defense Commissary Agency announces its follow up schedule.Through the Commissary Patron Internet Mobile System, DeCA is gradually opening customer Wi-Fi access at all stateside commissaries to

  • Team McConnell extends deadline for summer hire applicants

    The 22nd Air Refueling Wing has extended the deadline to hire high school and college students through the summer hire program now through May 29."We are looking to hire students for clerical positions here on McConnell," said Nettie Webb, 22nd Force Support Squadron civilian personnel

  • Honor your hero blood drive

    The dictionary definition of a hero is a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements or noble qualities. Heroes can come in all shapes and sizes. While some wear uniforms, many do not. Heroes can be well known or just held in high regard by individuals.Team McConnell

  • McConnell recognizes public servants

    The Air Force and Team McConnell are honoring its civilian Airmen, as part of the weeklong Public Service Recognition Week from May 3 to 9.PSRW is a nation-wide campaign that recognizes the people who serve as federal, state, county and local government employees. Its purpose is to highlight their

  • Air Force Safety Center sponsors Fall Protection Focus weeks

     Air Force Ground Safety and Team McConnell Safety Offices will sponsor Fall Protection Focus weeks May 4 to May 15.This initiative is a partnership with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health's campaign, "National Safety

  • It's that time again: Motorcycle Safety Month

    May is National Motorcycle Safety Month.  It is also the time of year Airmen are required to complete a series of approved motorcycle rider courses taught by the McConnell Safety Office here.These free classes are required for all Airmen who ride on, or off, the installation. This means Reservists