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McConnell Airmen perform 'balancing' act

Airmen from the 931st Maintenance Squadron performed a periodic inspection of a KC-135 Stratotanker during the December Unit Training Assembly, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., Dec. 7, 2014. As part of the inspection, the plane was jacked 4 inches above the surface of Hangar 10. (U.S. Air Force photos by Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein)
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Above the clouds

A B-52 Stratofortress assigned to Barksdale Air Force Base, La., trails behind a KC-135 Stratotanker from McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., during an air refueling training exercise, Dec. 6, 2014. The KC-135 was operated by an aircrew from the Air Force Reserve 931st Air Refueling Group at McConnell. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Ray Lewis)
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December Newcomers

The Air Force Reserve 931st Air Refueling Group, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., welcomed nine new members to the unit during the December Unit Training Assembly, Dec. 6, 2014. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Zach Anderson)
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Foggy take-off

A KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 931st Air Refueling Group taxis down the flightline before take-off, McConnell Air Force Base. Kan., Dec. 4, 2014. The KC-135 serves as the core of the Air Force’s air refueling fleet and has performed this role for more than 50 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Ray Lewis)
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New 931st ARG member helps Reservists combat stress

Jeremiah Raymo speaks with a member of the 931st Air Refueling Group, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., Dec. 5, 2014. Raymo was recently appointed to the 931st ARG as a director of Psychological Health (DPH). This position enables him to help Reservists cope with stress and other mental health-related concerns. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abigail Klein)
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Wings over Wichita

A B2 Bomber is refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., Nov. 24, 2014. The KC-135 was manned by an aircrew made up of Air Force Reservists from the 931st Air Refueling Group at McConnell. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Ray Lewis)
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Raincross Trophy Win

Col. Mark S. Larson, Commander, 931st Air Refueling Group, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., and Chief Master Sgt. Kathleen E. Lowman, 931st Air Refueling Group Superintendent, pose with the Raincross Trophy at the annual Raincross Awards Dinner in Riverside, Calif., Nov. 19, 2014. The 931st Air Refueling Group was awarded the trophy this year and named the top unit in 4th Air Force. This marked the first time the 931st has been awarded the Raincross Trophy in the unit's history. (Courtesy Photo)
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A sense of direction

Tech. Sgt. Justin Watters, 22nd Operations Support Squadron survival, evasion, resistance and escape specialist, instructs Capt. Zachary Anderson, 931st Air Refueling Group Public Affairs Officer, during a basic land navigation training course Nov. 17, 2014, McConnell Air Force Base. In addition to land navigation training, Watters teaches ground and water survival training, a week-long Army combatives course, personnel recovery operation support training and environmental threat analysis for different units on base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abigail Klein)
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McConnell Airman saves two young children from burning vehicle

Senior Airman Caleb Holman, 434th Security Forces Squadron Reservist, (pictured here as an Airman 1st Class with the 931st Security Forces Squadron) recently used his skills as a first responder to help save two children from a burning vehicle. The boys, ages six and nine, were injured, but have since made a recovery. (courtesy photo)
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Veterans Day Parade 2014

Several members of Team McConnell participated in the 2014 Veterans Day Parade in downtown Wichita, Kan., Nov. 8, 2014. The Total Force representation from the active duty 22nd Air Refueling Wing and the Reserve 931st Air Refueling Group took part in the parade as a way to honor U.S. military veterans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Zach Anderson)
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Smokin' Hot!

A B-52 Stratofortress from Minot Air Force Base, N.D., trails behind a KC-135 Stratotanker from McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., during an air refueling exercise, Nov. 6, 2014. The KC-135 was operated by an aircrew made up of Air Force Reservists assigned to the 931st Air Refueling Group at McConnell. The KC-135 Stratotanker serves as the core of the U.S. Air Force's air refueling fleet and has been excelling in that role for more than 50 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Ray Lewis.)
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CFC 2014 is underway

The 2014 Combined Federal Campaign has kicked off at McConnell. Unlike many other campaigns, the main goal for CFC is not a monetary number; instead CFC is aimed at providing 100 percent face-to-face contact with each member of the unit. Last year the team McConnell raised approximately $85,000 in donations.
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Twenty-two walk at CCAF graduation ceremony

Thirty-three Airmen from the 931st Air Refueling Group received their diplomas during the organization's Community College of the Air Force graduation ceremony, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., Nov. 2, 2014. While 22 members were able to attend the event, 11 were unable due to deployments and military temporary duties.
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Sticking Point

2nd Lt. Chastity Forrest, 931st Aeromedical Squadron, administers the influenza vaccine to Senior Airman Robert James, 931st Civil Engineer Squadron, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., Nov. 2, 2014. The 931 AMDS provided flu shots to members of the Air Force Reserve 931st Air Refueling Group during Sunday morning of the November Unit Training Assembly in order to ensure all members received the required vaccination. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Zach Anderson)
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Air Refueling

A B-52 Stratofortress from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., is refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker from McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., during an air refueling training exercise, Nov. 1, 2014. The KC-135 was operated by an aircrew made up of Air Force Reservists from the 931st Air Refueling Group at McConnell. The KC-135 serves as the core of the Air Force’s air refueling fleet and has performing in this role for more than 50 years. (U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Master Sgt. Ray Lewis)
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Air Refueling

A B-52 Stratofortress from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., trails behind a KC-135 Stratotanker from McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., during an air refueling training exercise, Nov. 1, 2014. The KC-135 was operated by an aircrew made up of Air Force Reservists from the 931st Air Refueling Group at McConnell. The KC-135 serves as the core of the Air Force’s air refueling fleet and has performing in this role for more than 50 years. (U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Master Sgt. Ray Lewis)
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November Newcomers

The 931st Air Refueling Group welcomed nine new members to the unit during the November Unit Training Assembly, Nov. 1, 2014. Each month new unit members receive several briefings and important information to assist them as they begin their work as Air Force Reservists assigned to the 931 ARG. Pictured are Tech. Sgt. Garrett Metcalf, Senior Airman Cody McKay, Tech. Sgt. Ryan Hake, Senior Airman Wendy Hill, Staff Sgt. Micaelee Neubert, Airman Austin Reeves, Airman Basic Deandre Crawford, Airman Basic Westley Thach, and Airman Desire Fobasso. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Zach Anderson)
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The 931st ARG welcomes a new honorary commander

McConnell Air Force Base Honorary Commanders pose for a picture following an Honorary Commander Change of Command ceremony held on base Oct. 15, 2014. The 931st Air Refueling Group welcomed James Havers-Strong, ABI Group of Companies CEO and managing director, to its ranks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Colby Hardin)
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The 931st ARG welcomes a new honorary commander

Col. Mark S. Larson, 931st Air Refueling Group commander, presents James Havers-Strong, ABI Group of Companies CEO and managing director, his certificate designating him as an Honorary Commander, during an Honorary Change of Command ceremony here, Oct. 15, 2014. The Honorary Commander Program is a joint venture between the active duty 22nd Air Refueling Wing and the Reserve 931st ARG. The program pairs local community leaders with unit commanders in order to foster strong relationships between McConnell Air Force Base and civilian leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Colby Hardin)
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The 931st ARG welcomes a new honorary commander

James Havers-Strong, ABI Group of Companies CEO and managing director, receives an Honorary Commander pin from Col. Mark S. Larson, 931st Air Refueling Group Commander, during an Honorary Change of Command ceremony here, Oct. 15, 2014. The Honorary Commander Program is a joint venture between the active duty 22nd Air Refueling Wing and the Reserve 931st ARG. The program pairs local community leaders with unit commanders in order to foster strong relationships between McConnell Air Force Base and civilian leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Colby Hardin)
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