Air Force Aerial Demonstrations

A collection of stunning aerial displays featuring military jets performing stunts, showcasing smoke trails against clear blue skies. Emphasizing precision flight and teamwork.

The high-powered U.S. Air Force F-16 Thunderbirds perform at the Florida International Airshow in Punta Gorda. USA.
The high-powered U.S. Air Force F-16 Thunderbirds perform at the Florida International Airshow in Punta Gorda. USA.
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The Royal Air Force Falcons Parachute Display Team in action
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Remembrance Day on Nov. 11 2014
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The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Team Thunderbirds perform over Navy Air Facility El Centro, California, during winter training, February 28, 2024. This training trip marks the completion of the Thunderbirds 4th winter training season. Air Force
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The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, known as the Thunderbirds, perform for the Joint Base Andrews Air Show and Open House, at Joint Base Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland, Sept. 17, 2022. The Thunderbirds are simultaneously celebrating the Air Force's 75th Anniversary and the team's 69th Anniversary.
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The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform their demonstration during the Shaw Air & Space Expo at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, April 2, 2022. The Shaw Air & Space Expo is dedicated to the Airmen who have served the past 75 years and honors their legacy of innovation and their work to make America the leader in airpower and space power.
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Two Swiss Air Force F-5E Tiger II aircraft from the Patrouille Suisse aerobatic team demonstrate their swift capabilities at the Airpower 22 air show in Zeltweg, Austria, Sept. 2, 2022. This multi-national event showcased the capabilities of over 20 nations to over 275,000 spectators from around the world, and provided an opportunity for the U.S. Air Force to continue to strengthen international partnerships.
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The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" pilots perform during Montana's Military Open House "Flight over the Falls" at Montana Air National Guard Base, Great Falls, Montana, July 23, 2022. The Thunderbirds are the U.S. Air Force's premier air demonstration squadron.
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A U.S. Air Force Globemaster III airdrops supplies on Forward Operating Base Lane, Afghanistan, July 21, 2011.
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An air-to-air left front view of an A-4F Skyhawk aircraft assigned to the Blue Angels flight demonstration team in a four-ship formation, with two aircraft upside down. (Substandard image). Country: Unknown
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An Airman records the U.S. Navy Blue Angels demonstration team from the wing of an aircraft during day one of the 2022 Thunder Over Dover Airshow, May 21, 2022, at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. This was the first time the Blue Angels performed at Dover AFB since 1991.
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220522-N-WF272-1323 DOVER AIR FORCE BASE, Del. (May 22, 2022) The U.S. Navy Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, perform during the 2022 Thunder Over Dover Airshow held at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, May 22, 2022. More than 75,000 spectators witnessed the show during the weekend event that featured the Blue Angels and the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds.
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DN-ST-89-07395. Base: Naval Air Station, Pensacola State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - MAY 7, 2021: Avia parade in Moscow. group jet fighter aircraft MiG-35 and Su-30 in the sky on parade of Victory in World War II in Moscow, Russia MOSCOW, RUSSIA - MAY 7, 2021: Avia parade in Moscow. group jet fighter aircraft MiG-35 and Su-30 in the sky on parade of Victory in World War II in Moscow, Russia Copyright: xZoonar.com/AlexanderxStrelax 18316960
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Phoenix, Arizona, March 13, 2006 - A U.S. Navy Parachute Team Leap Frogs crewmember descends through the sky.
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The U. S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, known as the Thunderbirds, headline Montana's Military Open House "Flight over the Falls" at Montana Air National Guard Base, Great Falls, Montana, July 23, 2022. The pilots perform approximately 30 maneuvers in a demonstration.
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Fouga CM-170R magisters of the Belgian Air Force Demonstration team The Red Devils. Fouga is also known under the name Potez.
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F-16AM Fighting Falcon jet fighter of the Belgian Air Force.
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The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" practice during the team's inaugural winter training trip January 9 - 20, 2023 at Spaceport America, New Mexico. 2023 marks the team's 70th anniversary and this trip allows them to put to use, seven decades of airshow experience and best practices in preparation for the upcoming season.
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The Patriots Jet Team performs aerial acrobatics as pyrotechnics provided by the Tora Bomb Squad of the Commemorative Air Force explode, forming a "Wall Of Fire" during the 2017 Yuma Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Saturday, March 18, 2017.
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The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, known as the Thunderbirds, perform for the Abbotsford International Air Show in Abbotsford, British Colombia, August 5, 2022. The Abbotsford International Airshow is one of two stops the Thunderbirds will make in Canada for the 2022 show season.
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Blue Angels Soar in Precision: Pre-Season Formation Practice at Naval Air Field El Centro The elite US Navy Blue Angels hone precision in the California desert, practicing intricate formation flying at Naval Air Field El Centro for the upcoming air show season Copyright: xZoonar.com/WalterxGxArcexSrxGrindstonexMediaxGroup/WalterxArcexPhotographyx 21361653
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The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron Thunderbirds perform during the Cleveland National Air Show at Cleveland, Ohio, Sept. 2, 2023. The Thunderbirds aim to strengthen morale and support community relations by executing difficult aerial performances during airshows and other events. The Thunderbirds headlined the three-day event to demonstrate the pride, precision, and professionalism of nearly 700,000 Total Force Airmen across the globe.
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The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform during the Fairchild Skyfest 2022 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, May 15, 2022. Fairchild Skyfest 2022 included the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, one of the Air Forces premier demonstration teams showcasing the capabilities of the F-16 Fighting Falcon.
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041030-F-1279W-026. Base: Naval Air Station, Jacksonville State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons with the Thunderbirds perform during the 2022 Atlantic City Airshow at Atlantic City, New Jersey, Aug. 24, 2022. Since 1953, the Thunderbirds have served as Americas premier air demonstration squadron, entrusted with the vital mission to recruit, retain, and inspire past, present and future Airmen. (New Jersey National Guard photo by Mark C. Olsen)
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US Navy F9F Blue Angels in formation
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An air-to-air front view of four Thunderbirds T-38 Talon aircraft maneuvering in a circle during a demonstration. Base: Wilmington State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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US Navy Blue Angels Lockheed F/A-18 Hornets four aircraft performing a roll over break pass during an air show demonstration flight during first show of the season at Naval Air Field El Centro CA.
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110619-N-BA418-022DAVENPORT, Iowa (June 19, 2011) The U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, perform the ÒFortus ManeuverÓ at the Quad City Air Show during Quad Cities Navy Week. Quad Cities Navy Week 2011 is one of 21 Navy Weeks being held this year across the country. Navy Weeks are intended to show the investment Americans have made in their Navy as a Global Force for Good and increase awareness in cities that do not have a significant Navy presence.
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The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Team Thunderbirds conduct a Mega Delta with the Blue Angels over Navy Air Facility El Centro, February 26, 2024. The Mega Delta is a rare opportunity to see both the Thunderbirds and Blue Angels fly their Delta maneuvers together. Air Force
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The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron Thunderbirds perform during the Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 31, 2022. The Thunderbirds have the honor of representing nearly 700,000 active duty, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, and civilian Airmen across America and deployed around the world.
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U.S. Navy Blue Angel F/A-18 Super Hornets perform aerial stunts at the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The air show provided an opportunity to demonstrate the capabilities of a Joint Force in the Indo-Pacific Region. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to express MCBHs appreciation to the residents of Hawaii and their continued support of the installation.
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220526-N-YO638-1379 JONES BEACH, N.Y. (May 26, 2022) The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, perform at the Bethpage Airshow over Jones Beach, New York. This year marks the centennial of the U.S. naval aircraft carrier in the Navy which has provided many contributions to national security and the fleet for the past 100 years.
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120603-N-ZZ999-004VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (June 3, 2012) The U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, conduct maneuvers near Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1657 during the Virginia Beach Patriotic Festival. The LCU, from Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 2 based out of Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, was present to assist the pilots in marking the center point for their aerial performance.
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020715-F-2512C-083. Base: Boise State: Idaho (ID) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, known as the Thunderbirds, perform for the Airshow London Skydrive in London, Ontario, September, 9, 2022. This was the Thunderbirds second performance in Canada for the 2022 season.
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The Blue Angels are currently conducting winter training at Naval Air Facility (NAF) El Centro, California, in preparation for the upcoming 2024 air show season. Navy
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The Navy's Blue Angels Flight Demonstration Squadron performs during open house. Base: Andrews Air Force Base State: Maryland (MD) Country: United States Of America (USA)
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The U.S. Air Force Demonstration Squadron Thunderbirds perform during The Great Texas Airshow Apr. 22, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thunderbirds perform for people all around the world to display the pride, precision and professionalism the U.S. Air Force represents. Through air shows and flyovers, they aim to excite and inspire. In addition to showcasing the elite skills all pilots must possess, the Thunderbirds demonstrate the incredible capabilities of the Air Forces premier multi-role fighter jet, the F-16 Fighting Falcon.
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Jon Melby, piloting his Pitts S-1B Muscle Bi-Plane, performs aerobatics during the 2022 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, San Diego, California, Sept. 24, 2022. Melby has been performing at air shows since 2001. The theme for the 2022 MCAS Miramar Air Show, Marines Fight, Evolve and Win, reflects the Marine Corps ongoing modernization efforts to prepare for future conflicts.
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JACKSONVILLE, FL. (Oct. 21, 2022)F/A-18 Super Hornets from the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, perform an aerial demonstration during the Naval Air Station (NAS) Jacksonville Airshow. The show celebrated the Blue Angels heritage, which traces back to 1946 at the squadrons birthplace of NAS Jacksonville. The show also featured aerial performances by other military and civilian flight teams, live entertainment, and the opportunity to see military aircraft and vehicles and the U.S. Special Operations Command Parachute Team.
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The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform at the 2022 Skyfest at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, May 14, 2022. The airshow included the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, West Coast Rhino F/A-18 Demo team, U.S. Air Force Academy Wings of Blue and 13 other aerial acts.
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The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" pilots perform during Montana's Military Open House "Flight over the Falls" at Montana Air National Guard Base, Great Falls, Montana, July 24, 2022. The Thunderbirds are the U.S. Air Force's premier air demonstration squadron.
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Various aircraft fly in formation over the aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV-63). Country: Unknown
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The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, known as the Thunderbirds, fly for the Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach, California, Sept. 30, 2022. Huntington Beach played host to more than a million attendees along the stretch of Pacific Coast Highway that the Thunderbirds used for their demonstration.
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Nine Italian Air Force MB-339 trainer aircraft from the Freece Tricolori aerobatic team fly in formation during an aerial demonstration at the Airpower 22 air show in Zeltweg, Austria, Sept. 3, 2022. This multi-national event showcased the capabilities of over 20 nations to over 275,000 spectators from around the world, and provided an opportunity for the U.S. Air Force to continue to strengthen international partnerships.
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The British frigate HMS Diomede (1971-1988) with a great deal of British male boat from the Oberon class. In the air a formation of very likely eighteen British Westland Wasp helicopters.
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The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" pilots perform during Montana's Military Open House "Flight over the Falls" at Montana Air National Guard Base, Great Falls, Montana, July 23, 2022. The Thunderbirds are the U.S. Air Force's premier air demonstration squadron.
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An air-to-air front view of five A-4F Skyhawk aircraft assigned to the Blue Angels flight demonstration team in a normal wedge formation. Country: Unknown
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Hill Air Force Base and the local community hosted the 2022 Warriors Over The Wasatch Air & Space Show. The show featured more than a dozen worldclass acts, including an F-35A Lightning II demonstration by the 388th Fighter Wing, and a large assortment of Air Force, Army and Space displays.
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Italian Air Force Frecce Tricolori team breaking.
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Rob Holland, piloting his MXS-RH, performs aerobatics during the 2022 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, San Diego, California, Sept. 24, 2022. Holland has been performing at air shows for over 18 years. The theme for the 2022 MCAS Miramar Air Show, Marines Fight, Evolve and Win, reflects the Marine Corps ongoing modernization efforts to prepare for future conflicts.
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The Patrouille de France.
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GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (Sept. 19, 2012) F/A-18 Hornets assigned to the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, fly in formation during a flight to Grand Junction, Colo. The Blue Angels maintain a six-aircraft delta formation during all transit flights.
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GULF OF MEXICO (Aug. 1, 2013) F/A-18 Hornets from the U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, fly over the littoral combat ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Coronado (LCS 4) during a training flight over the Gulf of Mexico. While the Blue Angels' 2013 air show season has been canceled due to sequestration, the pilots fly sorties to maintain proficiency in the F/A-18 Hornet. Coronado is scheduled to be commissioned later this year.
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GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (Sept. 19, 2012) F/A-18 Hornets assigned to the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, fly in formation during a transit flight to Grand Junction, Colo. The Blue Angels maintain a six-aircraft delta formation during all transit flights.
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The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron Thunderbirds perform during the Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 31, 2022. The Thunderbirds have the honor of representing nearly 700,000 active duty, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, and civilian Airmen across America and deployed around the world.
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120615-N-BA418-151BALTIMORE (June 15, 2012) Capt. Brandon Cordill, left wingman of the U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, flies an F/A-18 Hornet over Baltimore during the Star Spangled Sailabration, which coincides with Baltimore Fleet Week 2012 and commemorates the War of 1812 and the writing of the Star Spangled Banner.”
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The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds fly in formation during the Fort Wayne Air Show, hosted at the 122nd Fighter Wing, Indiana June 5, 2022. The free public show also showcased the wing's A-10C Thunderbolt II jets, Shockwave Jet Truck and other aircraft. (Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Justin Andras)
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KANEOHE BAY, Hawaii (Sept. 27, 2012) Lt. Cmdr. C.J. Simonsen, lead solo pilot, completes a "dirty roll" maneuver after take off above another F/A-18 Hornet during a practice flight demonstration at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. The Blue Angels are slated to perform at the Kaneohe Bay Air Show 2012 in celebration of the Marine Aviation Centennial.
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SEATTLE (Aug. 5, 2017) The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, fly in formation over Lake Washington, during the 68th annual Seafair Fleet Week. Seafair Fleet Week is an annual celebration of the sea services wherein Sailors, Marines and Coast Guard members from visiting U.S. Navy and Coast Guard ships and ships from Canada make the city a port of call.
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air show at London An image of an air show at London in June Copyright: xZoonar.com/magannx 9420306