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Safety first: 6th MXS ensure KC-135s structural integrity

Senior Airman James Morin, an electrical and environmental technician assigned to the 6th Maintenance Squadron, secures chafe wrap to a wire bundle on a KC-135 Stratotanker landing gear during an inspection at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., June 28, 2016. Chafe wrap is used to prevent chaffing on wire bundles and protect the bundles from damage. The inspection was conducted to ensure the aircraft was mission ready after a hard landing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tori Schultz)
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Safety first: 6th MXS ensure KC-135s structural integrity

Airman 1st Class Blake Bennett, left, and Senior Airman Cody Evans, right, aerospace propulsion journeymen assigned to the 6th Maintenance Squadron, hang a dynamometer to a portion of a KC- 135 Stratotanker during an inspection at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., June 28, 2016. Dynamometers are used to measure the amount of weight on the engine trailer. The inspection was conducted to ensure the aircraft was mission ready after a hard landing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tori Schultz)
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Safety first: 6th MXS ensure KC-135s structural integrity

Airman 1st Class Blake Bennett, an aerospace propulsion journeyman assigned to the 6th Maintenance Squadron, hangs a chain hoist on a dynamometer before removing engine one on a KC-135 Stratotanker at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., June 28, 2016. Dynamometers are used to measure the amount of weight on an engine trailer when removing and installing an engine. The inspection was conducted to ensure the aircraft was mission ready after a hard landing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tori Schultz)
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Safety first: 6th MXS ensure KC-135s structural integrity

Airmen assigned to the 6th Maintenance Squadron, transport a KC-135 Stratotanker engine during an inspection at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., June 28, 2016. All four engines were inspected for damage that may have been caused by a hard landing to ensure the aircraft was mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tori Schultz)
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6th LRS CoC

Col. Joel Gartner, commander of the 6th Mission Support Group, passes the guidon to Maj. Lawrence Smith, incoming commander of the 6th Logistics Readiness Squadron, during a change of command ceremony at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., June 21, 2016. The passing of the guidon represents the beginning of Smith’s tenure as the commander of the squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tori Schultz)
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Airmen's Time

Senior Airman Eric Nulf, 6th Air Mobility Wing (AMW) chaplain assistant, assists Chief Master Sgt. Melanie Noel, 6th AMW command chief, in setting up for a liturgical service during Airmen’s Time at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., June 9, 2016. As a chaplain assistant Nulf schedules, sets-up, and oversees various events and services held by the chapel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tori Schultz)
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MacDill AFB Striker 3000 Training

Members from the 6th Logistics Readiness Squadron and the 6th Civil Engineer Squadron came together to test and familiarize themselves with two new Striker 3000 fire trucks June 9, 2016, at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla. The new fire trucks are an improvement to the previous models in service, with the ability to extinguish fires more effectively. (U.S. Air Force photo layout by Airman Adam R. Shanks)
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MacDill AFB Striker 3000 Training

A water pressure gauge on one of Team MacDill’s two new Striker 3000 fire trucks displays zero pressure following a training demonstration June 9, 2016, at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla. The new fire trucks are capable of pumping water at pressures as high as 1,400 pounds per square inch, creating smaller water particles which extinguishes flames more efficiently. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Adam R. Shanks)
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MacDill AFB Striker 3000 Training

Airmen assigned to the 6th Civil Engineer Squadron use a new Striker 3000 fire truck during a training demonstration June 9, 2016 at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla. The new trucks feature a water pump capable of pushing water out at 1,400 pounds per square inch which creates a finer water particle able to extinguish fire more effectively. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Adam R. Shanks)
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MacDill AFB Striker 3000 Training

A vehicle operator assigned to the 6th Civil Engineer Squadron drives a new Striker 3000 fire truck back to the crash fire station at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., June 9, 2016. The Striker 3000 features a more efficient water delivery system compared to the older trucks currently on MacDill AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Adam R. Shanks)
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MacDill AFB Striker 3000 Training

A driver/operator assigned to the 6th Civil Engineer Squadron conducts a speed and brake test in a new Striker 3000 fire truck June 9, 2016, at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla. The new fire truck can reach a top speed of 70 miles per hour, which allows a quick response time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Adam R. Shanks)
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MacDill AFB Striker 3000 Training

One of MacDill Air Force Base’s two new Striker 3000 fire trucks awaits testing and inspection from Airmen assigned to the 6th Civil Engineer Squadron and the 6th Logistics Readiness Squadron June 9, 2016, at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla. Both trucks are capable of pumping water at rate of approximately 20 gallons per minute. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Adam R. Shanks)
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MacDill AFB Striker 3000 Training

The new Striker 3000 fire trucks at MacDill Air Force Base feature increased maneuverability compared to the older models being used. The new fire trucks also feature an infrared camera, allowing operators to see heat signatures during low-visibility conditions like smoke, rain or fog. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Adam R. Shanks)
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