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McConnell Reservists strengthen refueling mission

Senior Airman Sierra Dopfel, a refueling boom operator assigned to the Air Force Reserve 18th Air Refueling Squadron, 931st Air Refueling Group, McConnell Air Force Base Kan., peers out of the boom pod of a KC-135 Stratotanker during an air refueling training mission, Aug. 3, 2013. The KC-135 was refueling a B-52 Stratofortress assigned to the 307th Bomb Wing Barkesdale AFB, La., Air Refueling training missions ensure that both the refueling and receiving aircrews maintain proficiency in air refueling operations, allowing the Air Force to extend its reach around the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jess Lockoski)

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McConnell Reservists strengthen refueling mission

A B-52 Stratofortress from the 307th Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, La., is positioned to take fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker flown by the 18th Air Refueling Squadron, Air Force Reserve Command, McConnell AFB, Kan., Aug. 3, 2013, over Arkansas. Air refueling training keep 18 ARS members proficient in all essential aspects of air refueling operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jess Lockoski)

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McConnell Reservists strengthen refueling mission

A B-52 Stratofortress from the 307th Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, La., is positioned to take fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker flown by the 18th Air Refueling Squadron, Air Force Reserve Command, McConnell AFB, Kan., Aug. 3, 2013, over Arkansas. Air refueling training keep 18 ARS members proficient in all essential aspects of air refueling operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jess Lockoski)

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Buff

A B-52 Stratofortress from the 5th Bomb Wing out of Minot AFB, N.D prepares to take on a fuel load from a KC-135 Stratotanker flown by the 18th Air Refueling Squadron out of McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., July 18, 2013. (Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Ray Lewis)

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Buff

A B-52 Stratofortress from the 5th Bomb Wing out of Minot AFB, N.D prepares to take on a fuel load from a KC-135 Stratotanker flown by the 18th Air Refueling Squadron out of McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., July 18, 2013. (Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Ray Lewis)

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Refueling the BUFF

A B-52 Stratofortress from the 5th Bomb Wing, Minot Air Force Base, N.D., receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., during an air refueling training mission, June 14, 2013. The KC-135 aircrew was made up of Air Force Reservists from the 18th Air Refueling Squadron, 931st Air Refueling Group at McConnell. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Ray Lewis)

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200 Combat Sorties Flown

Lt. Col. Eric Vitosh, commander of the 18th Air Refueling Squadron, and Col. Mark S. Larson, commander of the 931st Air Refueling Group, present a certifcate and patch commemorating 200 combat sorties flown to Capt. Adam Wear, a pilot assigned to the 18 ARS, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., April 21, 2013. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Zach Anderson)

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C5 Refueling

Maj. Makia Epie, an instructor pilot from the 433rd Airlift Wing pilots a C5A Galaxy toward the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker during aerial refueling training, May 15. The 18th Air Refueling Squadron and the 931st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron sent aircrew and maintainers to Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland to provide aerial refueling to students of the Formal Training Unit. During the week-long business effort the aircrew from the 931st Air Refueling Group provided aeromedical evacuation training support and air refueling support to the 433rd Airlift Wing's various units. (Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Brannen Parrish)

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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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AE

Capt. Diana Mazzota, a flight nurse with the 433rd Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron assembles a stanchion litter system during an aeromedical evacuation training aboard a KC-135, May 11.

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AE

1st Lt. Brandie Bedore, a flight nurse with the 433rd Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron assembles a stanchion litter system during an aeromedical evacuation training aboard a KC-135, May 11.

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Brusca Fini Flight

Staff Sgt. Gabriel Miller and Staff Sgt. John Bui, boom operators from the 18th Air Refueling Squadron, spray Col. Anthony Brusca, a former 18th Air Refueling Squadron Commander, with the fire hose following his 'fini flight', March 19. Members of the 931st Air Refueling Group greeted Brusca on the flightline at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas to say farewell. (Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Brannen Parrish)

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Preflight

Lt. Col. Brant Abraham, a pilot from the 18th Air Refueling Squadron, performs a pre-flight inspection on a KC-135 Stratotanker at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., March 11. Aircrew and support personnel from the 931st Air Refueling Group deployed to Southwest Asia in support of ongoing U.S. operations overseas. (Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Brannen Parrish)

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Up to their necks in pre-flight checks...

A pair of pilots assigned to the 18th Air Refueling Squadron, 931st Air Refueling Group, inspect a KC-135 Stratotanker on the flight line prior to takeoff at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The KC-135 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 1st Lt. Zach Anderson)

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Employer Orientation

Lt. Col. Tsuyoshi Tung, pilot, 18th ARS, speaks with his civilian supervisor from Hawker Beechcraft, Eric Kivett following the employer orientation flight, May 5. Tung flew the aircraft that transported the employers. (Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Brannen Parrish)

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Enlisted Aircrew of the year

Master Sgt. James Guldjorb, boom operator, 18th Air Refueling Squadron, was selected as enlisted aircrew NCO of the year for 2011, March 30. (Air Force photo)

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Passing of the torch

Lt. Col. Frank Ellis, 18th Air Refueling Squadron, swears in three new 18th ARS members (left to right) Capt. Charles Hein, Capt. Will Watson and Capt. Adam Wear, March 4. The captains are former active duty Air Force officers who recently transferred to the Air Force Reserve. Ellis, who commissioned in 1996 is the longest serving aircrew member in the 18th ARS. (Air Force photo by Lt. Col. Tsuyoshi Tung)

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MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Maj. Jon Pece, 18th Air Refueling Group, loads M-9 ammunition into a magazine in preparation for firing during M-9 pistol qualification course held during the March Unit Training Assembly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staf

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Maj. Jon Pece, 18th Air Refueling Group, loads M-9 ammunition into a magazine in preparation for firing during M-9 pistol qualification course, March 4. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carrie Peasinger)

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McConnell Media Day

Daniel McCoy, a reporter with the Wichita Business Journal, looks on as Staff Sgt. Tom Wicks, a refueling boom operator assigned to the 18th Air Refueling Squadron, 931st Air Refueling Group, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., flies the boom during a McConnell Air Force Base media day orientation flight, Jan. 24, 2012. The media day flights featured aircrews made up of members of both the active duty 22nd Air Refueling Wing and the Reserve 931st Air Refueling Group. Media members on the flights were able to observe the air refueling of both a KC-135 Stratotanker and a B-52 Stratofortress. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Zach Anderson)

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Tung Photo

Lieutenant Col. Tsuyoshi "T" Tung, 18th Air Refueling Squadron shows a flight helmet to students at McLean Science/Technology Magnet School in Wichita, April 21. Colonel Tung spoke to more than 120 primary school students about the Air Force and the skills required to fly aircraft during the McLean Air & Flight Extravaganza. (Air Force photo by Brannen Parrish)

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