Day in the Life: Deicing Capabilities

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From left, U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Raydon McCormack, 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, signals he’s ready to Senior Airman Connor Habusta, 100th AMXS crew chief, during deicing truck training at RAF Mildenhall, England, Nov. 21, 2025. Airmen train and certify on deicing procedures year-round to ensure rapid deployment of vital air refueling assets when temperatures drop.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Iris Prochaska)

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From left, U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. James Wall, 100th Air Refueling Wing command chief, receives instruction in the use of a deicing rig from Senior Airman Connor Habusta, 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, during a wing leadership immersion at RAF Mildenhall, England, Nov. 21, 2025. Deicing is a critical preflight procedure that enables aircrew to depart swiftly and safely in winter conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Iris Prochaska)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Steven Byrum, 100th Air Refueling Wing commander, operates a deicing rig during a wing leadership immersion hosted by the 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron at RAF Mildenhall, England, Nov. 21, 2025. The basket elevates to give the operator a clear view of the surfaces being treated during deicing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Iris Prochaska)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Raydon McCormack, left, 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron journeyman, and Chief Master Sgt. James Wall, 100th Air Refueling Wing command chief, watch Col. Steven Byrum, 100th ARW commander, operate a de-icing rig during a Day in the Life immersion at RAF Mildenhall, England, Nov. 21, 2025. The command team learned about the importance of using a de-icer and the role it plays in allowing the KC-135 Stratotankers to be mission ready 24/7. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martínez Rosiere)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. James Wall, 100th Air Refueling Wing command chief, operates a deicing rig during a wing leadership immersion hosted by the 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron at RAF Mildenhall, England, Nov. 21, 2025. Deicing is a key winter procedure that prepares aircraft for flight and helps crews launch safely. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Iris Prochaska)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. James Wall, 100th Air Refueling Wing command chief, operates a deicing rig during a wing leadership immersion hosted by the 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron at RAF Mildenhall, England, Nov. 21, 2025. Deicing is a critical preflight procedure that enables aircrew to depart swiftly and safely in winter conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Iris Prochaska)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. James Wall, 100th Air Refueling Wing command chief, operates a deicing rig during a wing leadership immersion hosted by the 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron at RAF Mildenhall, England, Nov. 21, 2025. Deicing plays a critical role in winter operations by ensuring aircraft surfaces are clear for safe takeoff. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Iris Prochaska)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Steven Byrum, 100th Air Refueling Wing commander, operates a de-icing rig during a Day in the Life immersion at RAF Mildenhall, England, Nov. 21, 2025. The command team learned about the importance of using a de-icer and the role it plays in allowing the KC-135 Stratotankers to be mission ready 24/7. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aidan Martínez Rosiere)

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From left, U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Raydon McCormack, 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, signals he’s ready to Senior Airman Connor Habusta, 100th AMXS crew chief, during deicing truck training at RAF Mildenhall, England, Nov. 21, 2025. Airmen train and certify on deicing procedures year-round to ensure rapid deployment of vital air refueling assets when temperatures drop.

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