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Evading the Enemy: Reservists get SERE upgrade training

Staff Sgt. John Michels, 22nd Operations Support Squadron Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape instructor, briefs a group of 15 McConnell Reservists before they perform SERE training in a wooded area in Derby, Kan., March 7, 2015. The SERE training was a refresher for the aircrew, as all Air Force aircrew go through an initial SERE training course at Fairchild AFB, Wash., during introductory training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)

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Evading the Enemy: Reservists get SERE upgrade training

McConnell Reservists sprint over a hill to search for cover during a Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape training scenario in a wooded area in Derby, Kan., March 7, 2015. The primary focus of this scenario was evasion. To accomplish this, the reservists simulated an aircraft crash that had landed in enemy territory. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)

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Evading the Enemy: Reservists get SERE upgrade training

McConnell Reservists take a minute to access their location during a Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape training scenario in a wooded area in Derby, Kan., March 7, 2015. Fifteen McConnell Reservists participated in the training during the March unit training assembly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)

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Evading the Enemy: Reservists get SERE upgrade training

Capt. Brian Doom, 18th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, and Capt. Dan Mecham, 18th ARS KC-135 pilot, attempt to radio their contact during a Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape training scenario at a public park in Derby, Kan., March 7, 2015. Fifteen McConnell Reservists participated in the training during the March unit training assembly. The training was a refresher, as all Air Force aircrew go through an initial SERE training course at Fairchild AFB, Wash., during introductory training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)

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Evening refueling

A U.S. Navy E-6B Mercury aircraft approaches the refueling boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., during an evening air refueling mission, Aug. 11, 2014. The KC-135 was operated by an aircrew made up of Air Force Reservists from the 931st Air Refueling Group at McConnell AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Ray Lewis)

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Exercise in Readiness

Master Sgt. John "Tex" Austin ensures his life support equipment is working before flying a KC-135 mission during an Operational Readiness Exercise. Sergeant Austin is a boom operator for the 18th Air Refueling Squadron, the flying squadron of the 931st Air Refueling Group. Assisting Sergeant Austin is Airman 1st Class Jeff Short from the 22nd Air Refueling Wing, the 931st's host unit at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Airmen from the 931st and 22nd participated in the ORE in April to prepare for an Operational Readiness Inspection scheduled to start June 22.

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Exercise in Readiness

Maj. Jonathan Pece rides on a shuttle bus while participating in an Operational Readiness Exercise. Major Pece is a KC-135 pilot for the 18th Air Refueling Squadron, the flying squadron of the 931st Air Refueling Group. Airmen from the 931st participated in the ORE in April to prepare for an Operational Readiness Inspection scheduled to start June 22.

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Exercising

Shelby searches for hidden words in order to exercise his damaged brain. (Air Force Photo/Tech. Sgt. Jason Schaap)

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Exercising Total Forces at McConnell

Capt. Scott Meyer finishes a glove washing simulation during a readiness inspection at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., on Nov. 15. Captain Meyer is a Reserve KC-135 Stratotanker pilot assigned to the 18th Air Refueling Squadron, the flying unit of the 931st Air Refueling Group. (U.S. Air force photo/Master Sgt. Jason Schaap)

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Extended Reach

A B-1B Lancer assigned to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, is refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., during an air refueling training exercise, June 13, 2014. The KC-135 was operated by an air crew made up of members of the Air Force Reserve 931st Air Refueling Group. Aircrew members from the 931 ARG regularly perform air refueling training in order to practice air refueling techniques and maintain proficiency. Air refueling serves to extend presence, increase range and is a force multiplier for U.S. and allied nation aircraft, and is key to the global reach capabilities of the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Ray Lewis)

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Falcon flight

A United States Air Force Academy falcon perches on the throttle control of a KC-135 Stratotanker, Sept. 7, 2012. Airmen from the Air Force Reserve 931st Air Refueling Group, McConnell Air Force Bas, Kan., flew Academy Cadets, including members of the Air Force Academy Falconry team, to Ann Arbor, Mich., for the Air Force vs. University of Michigan football game. (U.S. Air Force photo by Lt. Col. Tysuyoshi Tung)

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Fallen Comrade

As the vehicle carrying Capt. Mark Voss passes, pilots and boom operators from the 18th Air Refueling Squadron, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., join with service members and civilians of the Joint Base San Antonio and San Antonio community as they line the streets to honor the fallen KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, May 16, 2013. Pictured (front to rear) are 1st Lt. Mike Warren, Chief Master Sgt. Kathleen Lowman, Tech. Sgt. Matthew Tener, Capt. Pete Haubein and Maj. Scott Meyer of the 18th ARS. Voss, of Boerne, Texas; Capt. Victoria A. Pinckney of Colorado Springs, Colo.; and Tech Sgt. Herman Mackey III of Bakersfield, Calif., were killed when their KC-135 Stratotanker crashed in northern Kyrgyzstan, May 3, 2013. All were assigned to the 93rd Air Refueling Squadron at Fairchild AFB, Wash. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Brannen Parrish)

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Family Day

Lt. Col. Kate Aasen, an Air Battle Manager from the 970th Airborne Air Control Squadron out of Tinker AFB, explains her unit's mission to Master Sgt. David Vogel, first sergeant, 931st Air Refueling Group, his wife Laura, and the couple's daughers, Tori and Chloe, during the group family day, June 3. The 970th AACS provided an E-3 Sentry static display so 931st Airmen and their families could learn more about other Air Force Reserve units. The E-3 Sentry, and the KC-135 Stratotanker used by the 931st ARG for refueling, were both developed on the Boeing 707 airframes, but the Sentry has a slightly greater wingspan. (Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Brannen Parrish)

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Family Day

931st Air Refueling Group members and their families were able to enjoy an afternoon of food and fun at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., July 13, 2014. The Annual Family Day provides Group members and their families an opportunity to relax and interact outside a military setting. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Zach Anderson)

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Family Day

Col. Mark S. Larson, commander, 931st Air Refueling Group watches as a ball strikes the target that will result in his imminent drenching during the 931st ARG family day, at the Kansas Air National Guard's dining facility, June 2. Airmen were invited to bring their family members to the event on the second day of the June unit training assembly. (Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Brannen Parrish)

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Family Day

931st Air Refueling Group members and their families were able to enjoy an afternoon of food and fun at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., July 13, 2014. The Annual Family Day provides Group members and their families an opportunity to relax and interact outside a military setting. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Zach Anderson)

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Family Day

Natalie and Christopher Stanley, children of Staff Sgt. Napolean Stanley, 931st Civil Engineer Squadron, pose in the cockpit of An E-3 Sentry provided by the 970th Airborne Air Control Squadron during the annual family day, June 3rd. McConnell Airmen and members of their families had the opportunity to spend quality time together during the event, which was sponsored by the Human Resource Development Council. (Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carrie M. Peasinger)

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Family Fun

A young family member of the 931st Air Refueling Group rides a horse led by Tech. Sgt. Tyrel Askren, 931st Security Forces, at the Group's Family Day Picnic in 2007. Volunteers are needed to support this year's picnic, scheduled for the September Unit Training Assembly. Contact Tech. Sgt. Shannan Hughes at 316-759-6082 for more information. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Jason Schaap)

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Family Fun

Col. Thomas "Randy" Foster (left), 931st Air Refueling Group Deputy Commander, was among those chosen to get a pie in the face as part of a fundraiser during the Group's Family Day Picnic in 2007. Volunteers are needed to support this year's picnic, scheduled for the September Unit Training Assembly. Contact Tech. Sgt. Shannan Hughes at 316-759-6082 for more information. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Jason Schaap)

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Family Fun Day picnic

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- ?left? Senior Master Sgt. Vince Walburn,931st maintenance squadron, poses with his wife Patricia and daughter Jennifer at the annual Family Fun Day, Sept. 12 at Krueger Recreation Area. Reservist Airmen and members of their families had the opportunity to spend quality time together during the event, which was sponsored by the Human Resources Development Council.

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