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Alpha Warriors compete with ‘Doom’

Maj. Brian Doom, 931st Operations Support Squadron Chief of Current Operations, prepares to climb on the obstacle course as part of the Alpha Warrior Air Force Tour, May 27, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The main event was a competition featuring a timed obstacle course set up in the Dole Center Ballroom. The layout was similar to obstacle courses featured on “American Ninja Warrior,” which Doom competed for last year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)

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ALS graduates Class 19-F

Congratulations to Senior Airman Adrienne Thompson, who completed Airman Leadership School Aug. 22, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Thompson was one of two Reservists in the class. ALS is a 24 duty day United States Air Force program designed to develop Airmen into effective front-line supervisors. It is the first professional military education that enlisted Air Force members encounter. Upon completion of ALS, the graduate receives the ability to write performance reports on subordinates. This allows the graduate the ability to supervise regardless if he or she currently holds the rank of Staff Sergeant. Airman Leadership School covers Combat Leader, Military Professional, Supervisor of Airmen, verbal and written communication, and group dynamics. A majority of the instruction focuses around various Air Force rules and regulations. Reservists can complete the course in-residence or through correspondence. (Courtesy photo)

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ALS graduates Class 19-F

Congratulations to Senior Airman Daniel Winkler who completed Airman Leadership School Aug. 22, 2019, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Winkler was one of two Reservists in the class. ALS is a 24 duty day United States Air Force program designed to develop Airmen into effective front-line supervisors. It is the first professional military education that enlisted Air Force members encounter. Upon completion of ALS, the graduate receives the ability to write performance reports on subordinates. This allows the graduate the ability to supervise regardless if he or she currently holds the rank of Staff Sergeant. Airman Leadership School covers Combat Leader, Military Professional, Supervisor of Airmen, verbal and written communication, and group dynamics. A majority of the instruction focuses around various Air Force rules and regulations. Reservists can complete the course in-residence or through correspondence. (Courtesy photo)

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AMDS Assumption

Col. Mark S. Larson, commander, 931st Air Refueling Group, passes the 931st Aerospace Medicine Squadron guidon to incoming squadron commander, Lt. Col. Michelle E. Van Sickle during an assumption of command ceremony, May 4. (Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Brannen Parrish)

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AMDS Facility

Left to right: (with shovels) Col. Charles R. Carlton, commander, 22nd Medical Group, Col. Col. Mark S. Larson, commander, 931st Air Refueling Group and Lt. Col. Michelle Van Sickle, commander, 931st Aeromedical Squadron, break ground on the 931st AMDS facility here, Nov. 1. The new building will provide the 931st AMDS and their customers with sufficient work and storage space to serve the medical needs of the 931st ARG. (Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Brannen Parrish)

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American Muscle Plane

A KC-135 Stratotanker taxis into a parking space at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., May 20, 2013. The aircraft was operated by an aircrew from the Air Force Reserve 931st Air Refueling Group. Members of the Group returned home following a deployment to Southwest Asia, where they had spent two months conducted air refueling mission in support of ongoing U.S. overseas operations. The KC-135 Stratotanker provides the core aerial refueling capability for the U.S. Air Force, and has been performing in this role for more than 50 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Zach Anderson)

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AMXS Assumption of command

Maj. Robert Thompson receives and returns his first salute from Airmen of the 931st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron following his assumption of command ceremony, June 3. Major Thompson assumed command of the 931st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron from Lt. Col. Jeffrey Pickard, Deputy Commander of Maintenance. (Air Force Photo by TSgt. Brannen Parrish)

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An Air Force Family

Lt. Col. Luis Cortes hugs his family before deploying to Southwest Asia in early 2003. Leaders at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., are looking for families to in honor in recognition of the "Year of the Air Force Family." Colonel Cortes is a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot assigned to the 18th Air Refueling Squadron, an Air Force Reserve unit at McConnell. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Jason Schaap)

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An Honor to Fly

Wayne Roberts, vice president of Pioneer Balloon in Wichita, Kan., looks out from the boom pod of an in-flight KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Mr. Roberts is also an honorary commander of the 22nd Maintenance Squadron at McConnell. He and other honorary commanders flew with a Reserve aircrew from the 931st Air Refueling Group during an aerial refueling mission in mid-August. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Jason Schaap)

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An 'Honor' to Fly

Jody Baker captures the moment with a camera while sitting in the cockpit of a KC-135 Stratotanker flown by an aircrew from the 931st Air Refueling Group. Baker is the principal of Meadowlark at Prairie Creek Elementary School in Derby, Kan., and the honorary commander of the 931st ARG's Operations Support Flight. She and other honorary commanders of active-duty units at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., were invited to fly with the 931st crew during an aerial refueling mission on Aug. 15. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Jason Schaap)

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An 'Honor' to Fly

Jody Baker heads for a closer look at a KC-135 Statotanker engine parked at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., on Aug. 15. Baker is the principal of Meadowlark at Prairie Creek Elementary School in Derby, Kan., and the honorary commander of the 931st ARG's Operations Support Flight. She and other honorary commanders of active-duty units at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., were invited to fly with a 931st KC-135 aircrew during an aerial refueling mission on Aug. 15. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Jason Schaap)

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An unrivaled wingman

1st Lt. Craig Van Praag, a traditional reservist assigned to the 931st Air Refueling Group, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., rescued a fellow Airman from choking while at the base food court, Oct. 3, 2012. In his civilian capacity, Van Praag works as chief of manpower and organization for the 22nd Force Support Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Zach Anderson)

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Andover Elementary Students

Lt. Col. Peter Austin, 184th Operations Support Squadron director of operations,184th Intelligence Wing, Kansas Air National Guard and Lt. Col. Barry Jones, 931st Operations Support Flight commander, 931st Air Refueling Group take a moment to pose for a picture with students during the Careers on Wheels Days for thrid graders in the Andover elementary school system on May 4.

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Angel Tree

Col. Mark S. Larson, 931st Air Refueling Group Commander, places the final bow atop the group's Angel Tree, Dec. 9. The 931st ARG is accepting nominations for unit reservists who need assistance making the holiday special for their families. Nominees must be confidentially provided to squadron commanders. Squadron commanders will provide vetted names to Chief Master Sgt. Kathleen Lowman on Friday, Dec. 13 at 1 p.m. Nominees will be assigned a number that will be placed upon the Angel Tree. Members of the McConnell Community who are looking to assist a Reserve family can pick up a number from the Angel Tree starting from Dec. 14-20 and purchase the requested gifts. The Angel is located in the 931st ARG Command Section on the second floor of building 850. (Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Brannen Parrish)

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Angel Tree

Lt. Col. Suzie Jones, a pilot assigned to the 18th Air Refueling Squadron, selects a tag from the Angel Tree in the 931st Air Refueling Group headquarters building, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., Nov. 8, 2011. The Angel Tree is a program for base personnel to furnish anonymous gifts for the children and parents of fellow Reservists. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Zach Anderson)

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Annual Award

Senior Airman Raymond Carr, 931st Civil Engineering Squadron, (center) was named the Airman of the Year during the 931st Air Refueling Group 2nd Annual Award Banquet, Feb. 9. Carr is pictured with (from left to right) Brig. Gen. Kenneth D. Lewis, Director, Air Force Reserve Plans, Programs and Requirements; Col. Mark Larson, Commander, 931st ARG and Chief Master Sgt. Kathleen Lowman, Group Superintendent, 931 ARG. (Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Brannen Parrish)

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Annual Awards Banquet

Master Sgt. Isabel De La Garza, 931st Operations Support Squadron, walks under the sword detail during the Senior NCO induction ceremony at the 931st Air Refueling Group annual awards banquet, April 14. (Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carrie Peasinger)

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Annual Awards Banquet 2019

Annual Award winners are recognized by Col. Phil Heseltine, 931st Air Refueling Wing commander, Feb. 1, 2020, at Derby, Kan. The annual awards banquet in a tradition that honors and celebrates Airmen who’ve performed exemplary service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)

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Annual Awards Banquet 2019

Annual Award winners are recognized by Col. Phil Heseltine, 931st Air Refueling Wing commander, Feb. 1, 2020, at Derby, Kan. The annual awards banquet in a tradition that honors and celebrates Airmen who’ve performed exemplary service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)

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Annual Awards Banquet 2019

Annual Award winners are recognized by Col. Phil Heseltine, 931st Air Refueling Wing commander, Feb. 1, 2020, at Derby, Kan. The annual awards banquet in a tradition that honors and celebrates Airmen who’ve performed exemplary service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)

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