McConnell Reservists deploy

A KC-135 Stratotanker prepares for takeoff from McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., Feb. 5, 2015. The aircraft was operated by an aircrew from the Air Force Reserve 931st Air Refueling Group and was transporting members of the Reserve unit for deployment to Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. While deployed, aircrew and support personnel from the 931 ARG will fly aerial refueling missions, perform aircraft maintenance and fill other support roles while assigned to the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)

McConnell Reservists deploy to Southwest Asia

Published Feb. 8, 2015
By 931st Air Refueling Group Public Affairs

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Air Force Reservists from the 931st Air Refueling Group, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., deployed to Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Feb. 5.

While deployed, aircrew and support personnel from the 931 ARG will fly aerial refueling missions, perform aircraft maintenance and fill other support roles while assigned to the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing.

"Air Force Reservists continue to play a critical role in ongoing operations overseas," said Col. Mark S. Larson, 931 ARG commander. "This deployment is a testament to the professionalism, commitment and capability of the men and women of the 931st Air Refueling Group. I know our deployed Airmen will perform well and accomplish their mission. We are proud of their service and look forward to their safe return home."