An official website of the United States government
A .mil website belongs to an official U.S. Department of Defense organization in the United States.
A lock (lock ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .mil website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.
HomeNewsPhotos

Clear Filters | 1021 - 1040 of 2693 results

Sundown Parade 2017

B-29 Superfortress, "Doc," flys over participants of the the Sundown Parade to help kick off Wichita's 2017 Riverfest celebration, June 2, 2017, Wichita, Kan. Team McConnell members took the opportunity throughout the parade to thank community members for their support. (U.S. Air Force photos by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)
Details Download

Alpha Warriors compete with ‘Doom’

Maj. Brian Doom, 931st Operations Support Squadron Chief of Current Operations, poses with his children before competing in the Alpha Warrior Tour May 27, 2017, atMcConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The Alpha Warrior Air Force Tour recently visited Team McConnell and one Citizen Airmen and former “American Ninja Warrior” competitor decided it was another opportunity to take his fitness to the next level. (Courtesy photo)
Details Download

Aerial Spray

A modified U.S. C-130 aircraft, assigned to the 910th Airlift Wing, sprays water simulating a pesticide solution during a field exercise as part of the Department of Defense Aerial Spray Certification Course, Jan. 13, 2016. The 910th Airlift Wing has been tasked with providing its unique aerial spray capability to assist with recovery efforts in eastern Texas, following the devastation of Hurricane Harvey. Youngstown Air Reserve Station's 910th Airlift Wing is home to DoD’s only aerial spray mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Bob Barko Jr.)
Details Download

931 MXS Airmen continue to 'tow the line'

Airmen of the 931st Maintenance Squadron prepare to tow a KC-135 Stratotanker from Hangar 1107 during the May Unit Training Assembly May 7, 2017, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Hangar 1125 will eventually be used for general maintenance on the KC-46A Pegasus when it is delivered to McConnell later this year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)
Details Download

931 ARW welcomes new HCC

(Left to right) Col. Mark S. Larson, 931st Air Refueling Wing commander, shakes hands with Mayor Jeff Longwell, incoming 931 ARW Honorary Commander, at a Commander's Call during the May Unit Training Assembly May 7, 2017, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. In addition to recognizing quarterly award winners, the Commander's Call also included an Honorary Commander Change of Command Ceremony for Longwell, and the outgoing James Havers-Strong. The honorary commander program spreads awareness of McConnell's mission and builds connections between the base and the community. Havers-Strong has been the 931 ARW HCC since 2014. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)
Details Download

931 ARW welcomes new HCC

James Havers-Strong, outgoing 931st Air Refueling Wing Honorary Commander, speaks to the Airmen of the 931 ARW gathered for a Commander's Call during the May Unit Training Assembly May 7, 2017, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Havers-Strong had been the 931 ARW HCC since 2014. The honorary commander program spreads awareness of McConnell's mission and builds connections between the base and the community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)
Details Download

931 ARW welcomes new HCC

Col. Mark S. Larson, 931st Air Refueling Wing commander, speaks to Airmen gathered for a Commander's Call during the May Unit Training Assembly May 7, 2017, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. During the event, Col. Mark S. Larson, 931 ARW commander, took time to recognize quarterly award winners. The Commander's Call also included an Honorary Commander Change of Command Ceremony for Mayor Jeff Longwell, the incoming HCC, and the outgoing James Havers-Strong. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)
Details Download

Reserve Airmen 'renovate' 931 ARW presence

Airmen from the 931st Civil Engineer Squadron were recognized by Col. Mark S. Larson, 931st Air Refueling Wing commander, for their work on renovations to the 931 ARW Main Conference Room April 2, 2017, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The offices were renovated as part of the expansion of the 931 ARW, on behalf of the 22nd Air Refueling Wing. The renovations, which began last month, will enable Wing leadership to better coordinate with their 22 ARW mission partners, increasing overall mission effectiveness. It will also allow Building 1 to function not just as headquarters to the 22 ARW, but to the base as a whole. (U.S Air Force photo by Capt. Craig Van Praag)
Details Download

McConnell Reserve Unit stands up first KC-46A Pegasus Squadron

(Left to right) Col. Caroline Evernham, 931st Operations Group commander, hands the guidon to Lt. Col. Terry McGee, 924th Air Refueling Squadron incoming commander, during a standup and assumption of command ceremony April 2, 2017, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. McGee is the first commander of the 924 ARS since the unit was inactivated at Castle Air Force Base, Calif., in 1992. The 924 ARS at McConnell is the first unit in the Air Force dedicated solely to the KC-46A Pegasus. The KC-46 is scheduled to arrive later this year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)
Details Download

McConnell Reserve Unit stands up first KC-46A Pegasus Squadron

(Left to right) Col. Caroline Evernham, 931st Operations Group commander, Lt. Col. Terry McGee, incoming 924th Air Refueling Squadron commander, and Senior Master Sgt. Jay Guldjord, 18th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, unfurl the flag signifying the standup of the 924th Air Refueling Squadron April 2, 2017, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The 924th Air Refueling Squadron was last assigned to the 93rd Operations Group at Castle Air Force Base, Calif. The unit was inactivated April 30, 1992. The 924 ARS at McConnell is the first unit in the Air Force dedicated solely to the KC-46A Pegasus. The KC-46 is scheduled to arrive later this year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)
Details Download

Franklin assumes command of 931 MXS

(Left to right) Col. Heath Fowler, 931st Maintenance Group commander, hands the 931st Maintenance Squadron guidon to Maj. Justin Franklin during an Assumption of Command Ceremony April 1, 2017, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The transfer of the unit guidon symbolizes the transfer of authority from the previous commander to the new commander. Franklin was previously the commander of the 513th Maintenance Squadron, 513th Air Control Wing, Tinker Air Force Base, Okla. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)
Details Download

931 ARW Leaderships gains 'Advantage'

Leadership from the 931st Air Refueling Wing perform an exercise during a Dale Carnegie Leadership Advantage course at the Derby Chamber of Commerce March 31, 2017. The two-day course included all commanders, superintendents and civilian leaders from each squadron in the wing. The course is aimed at helping leaders maximize the talent and human potential of their people, while also enhancing leadership communication.
Details Download

931 ARW Leadership gains 'Advantage'

Leadership from the 931st Air Refueling Wing pose for a photo during a Dale Carnegie Leadership Advantage course at the Derby Chamber of Commerce March 31, 2017. The two-day course included all commanders, superintendents and civilian leaders from each squadron in the wing. The course is aimed at helping leaders maximize the talent and human potential of their people, while also enhancing leadership communication.
Details Download

State Senate honors 924 ARS

During an official session, Sen. Dan Goddard, Kansas State Senate District 15, presented a Senate Resolution honoring the 924th Air Refueling Squadron March 30, 2017, Topeka, Kan. The 931st Operations Group will stand up the 924th Air Refueling Squadron in an official ceremony scheduled April 2, 2017. It is the first squadron in the Air Force dedicated to the KC-46A Pegasus. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)
Details Download

State Senate honors 924 ARS

(Right to left) Sen. Dan Goddard, Kansas State Senate District 15, presents Col. Caroline Evernham, 931st Operations Group commander, Lt. Col. Terry McGee, incoming 924th Air Refueling Squadron commander, and Senior Master Sgt. Jay Guldjord, 18th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, with a plaque detailing the Senate Resolution honoring the 924th Air Refueling Squadron March 30, 2017, Topeka, Kan. The event took place during an official session. The 931st Operations Group will stand up the 924th Air Refueling Squadron in an official ceremony scheduled April 2, 2017. It is the first squadron in the Air Force dedicated to the KC-46A Pegasus. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)
Details Download

170318-F-ZZ999-0039

Chief Master Sgt. Takesha Williams, 507th Air Refueling Wing budget analyst and 931st ARW command chief, sits in front of her mother for a photograph in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Williams credited her mother for giving life-altering advice, which led her into a career with the Air Force Reserve. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo by Levi McCullough)
Details Download

Reserve CES Airman expand 931 ARW offices

The 931st Civil Engineer Squadron began renovating its new main conference room in Building 1 this past week, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The office is one many features being renovated as part of total force integration expansion effort between the 931st Air Refueling Wing and the 22nd Air Refueling Wing. The renovation will enable wing leadership to better coordinate with the 22 ARW to increase the overall effectiveness of their mission. It will also enable Building 1 to function not just as headquarters to the 22 ARW, but to the 931 ARW. Another notable feature of the team renovation project includes a new sign that will designate Building 1 as the headquarters building for both the 931 ARW and the 22 ARW. It is expected to be showcased at the front of the building sometime later this month.
Details Download

Reserve CES Airman expand 931 ARW offices

The 931st Civil Engineer Squadron began renovating its new main conference room in Building 1 this past week, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. The office is one many features being renovated as part of total force integration expansion effort between the 931st Air Refueling Wing and the 22nd Air Refueling Wing. The renovation will enable wing leadership to better coordinate with the 22 ARW to increase the overall effectiveness of their mission. It will also enable Building 1 to function not just as headquarters to the 22 ARW, but to the 931 ARW. Another notable feature of the team renovation project includes a new sign that will designate Building 1 as the headquarters building for both the 931 ARW and the 22 ARW. It is expected to be showcased at the front of the building sometime later this month.
Details Download

Yellow Ribbon Logo

Yellow Ribbon is hosting an event.
Details Download

McConnell Airmen tow first KC-135 to Hangar 1125

A KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 22nd Air Refueling Wing is delivered to Hangar 1125, Feb. 23, 2017, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. A total force crew of Airmen from the 22nd and 931st Maintenance Groups towed the KC-135 across the flightline. Hangar 1125 is one of three hangars meant to house the KC-46 Pegasus. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)
Details Download