Military Air Shows and Demonstrations

Images of military jets in flight, showcasing aerial maneuvers. Featured aircraft include F-16s and F-15s, with a clear blue sky backdrop.

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons fly over the flightline during exercise Red Flag-Nellis (RF-N) 23-2 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 17, 2023. Participants in RF-N 23-2 conduct a variety of scenarios, including defensive counterair, offensive-counterair suppression of enemy air defenses and offensive counterair-air interdiction.

Capt. Aimee Rebel” Fiedler, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team pilot and commander, performs an aerial demonstration during the Shaw Air and Space Expo at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, April 2, 2022. Participation in air shows allows the U.S. Air Force to showcase their capabilities to the public, while simultaneously building community relations.

020927-N-6433N-002. Base: USS George Washington (CVN 73)

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the Ohio National Guards 180th Fighter Wing, takes off for a training mission, Aug. 16, 2022, in Swanton, Ohio. Flying the Lockheed Martin F-16CM Fighting Falcon, a multi-role fighter aircraft with Pratt and Whitney F100-PW-229 engines, the 180FW has access to military operating airspace and air-to-ground gunnery ranges suited for the capabilities of the F-16. The Alpena Airspace Complex, Michigan and Buckeye Airspace, Ohio are supersonic, chaff/flare capable with full radar ground control intercept, or GCI and Link-16 capable. (Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Beth Holliker)

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 494th Fighter Squadron flies over Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, May 26, 2022. Routine training missions give the opportunity for the Liberty Wings aircrews to gain the experience they need to support United States Air Forces in Europe objectives.

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron takes off at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 4, 2022. Kunsan expediently launched 16 jets in one go as a part of a Pacific Air Forces annual command sponsored Combined Flying Training Event, showcasing their ability to be ready to fight tonight. The training event allowed fourth and fifth-generation fighters to practice offensive and defensive tactics.

U.S. Air Force Maj. Kristin "BEO" Wolfe, F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team commander and pilot, assigned to Hill Air Force Base, Utah, demonstrates the capabilities of the F-35 during Aero India 23 at Air Force Station Yelahanka, Bengaluru, India, Feb. 14, 2023. The weeklong biennial exhibition is Asias largest aviation event and hosts government delegations and corporate executives from 26 countries. The U.S. military is participating in Aero India by providing aerial demonstrations and static aircraft to strengthen its partnership with India while furthering military-to-military relationships.

A U.S Marine Corps F/A-18C Hornet aircraft with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 soars overhead during exercise Keen Sword 2023 at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, Nov. 14, 2022. Keen Sword is a biennial exercise designed to enhance Japan-U.S. readiness, interoperability, and bilateral relations while demonstrating U.S. resolve to support the security interests of allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region.

041030-F-1279W-002. Base: Naval Air Station, Jacksonville State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220809-N-OZ224-0178 OAK HARBOR, Wash. (Aug. 9, 2022) - Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133, as part of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, embarked aboard USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) and returned to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island (NASWI) August 9, 2022, following a seven-month deployment to U.S. 3rd Fleet and 7th Fleet areas of operations. CVW-9 deployed with a combination of fourth and fifth-generation platforms that predominantly represent the Airwing of the Future,” executing more than 21,307 fixed-wing and helicopter flight hours comprising of 10,250 sorties, 8,437 launches and 8,487 aircraft arrestments.

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons fly over the flightline during exercise Red Flag-Nellis (RF-N) 23-2 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 17, 2023. Participants in RF-N 23-2 conduct a variety of scenarios, including defensive counterair, offensive-counterair suppression of enemy air defenses and offensive counterair-air interdiction.

A pilot assigned to the F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs a falcon turn during practice at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Jan. 26, 2022. The VDT travels to roughly 20 air shows across the United States each year where they engage with local media and members of the community in which they are performing.(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Madeline Herzog)

DN-ST-89-11154. Base: Naval Air Station, Oceana State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

German Air Force Mig-29 Fulcrum at a Red Flag exercise Nellis AFB NV

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the Ohio National Guards 180th Fighter Wing, takes off for a training mission, Aug. 16, 2022, in Swanton, Ohio. Flying the Lockheed Martin F-16CM Fighting Falcon, a multi-role fighter aircraft with Pratt and Whitney F100-PW-229 engines, the 180FW has access to military operating airspace and air-to-ground gunnery ranges suited for the capabilities of the F-16. The Alpena Airspace Complex, Michigan and Buckeye Airspace, Ohio are supersonic, chaff/flare capable with full radar ground control intercept, or GCI and Link-16 capable. (Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Beth Holliker)

BALTIMORE (Sept. 10, 2022) - Two Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornets from Fighter Squadron Composite Twelve (VFC-12) perform a flyover above Baltimores Inner Harbor for Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover 2022. Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover is the citys celebration of the sea services with this year marking the City of Baltimore's third time hosting Navy Fleet Week.

000509-F-5009P-009. Subject Operation/Series: COBRA GOLD 2000 Base: Nakhon Si Thammarat Country: Thailand (THA)

U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II aircraft with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121 fly over the amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) during Valiant Shield 2022 (VS22), June 15, 2022. Exercises such as Valiant Shield allows the Indo-Pacific Command Joint Task Force the opportunity to integrate forces from all branches of service to conduct long-range, precise, lethal, and overwhelming multi-axis, multi-domain effects that demonstrate the strength and versatility of the Joint Task Force and our commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.

A Republic of Korea Air Force F-15K Slam Eagle assigned to the 110th Fighter Squadron soars through the sky during routine training at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Sept. 22, 2022. During the training, ROKAF and U.S. pilots increased force interoperability by practicing air-to-air and air-to-ground tactics.

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Two F-15E Strike Eagles assigned to the 4th Fighter Wing at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, fly over the base Feb. 7, 2023. The F-15 is equipped with electronic systems and weaponry to detect, acquire, track and attack enemy aircraft.

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the Ohio National Guards 180th Fighter Wing, takes off for a training mission, Aug. 16, 2022, in Swanton, Ohio. Flying the Lockheed Martin F-16CM Fighting Falcon, a multi-role fighter aircraft with Pratt and Whitney F100-PW-229 engines, the 180FW has access to military operating airspace and air-to-ground gunnery ranges suited for the capabilities of the F-16. The Alpena Airspace Complex, Michigan and Buckeye Airspace, Ohio are supersonic, chaff/flare capable with full radar ground control intercept, or GCI and Link-16 capable. (Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Beth Holliker)

F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 187th Fighter Wing, Alabama Air National Guard, soar over Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, Feb. 4, 2023. Capt. Daniel Nama, 377th Fighter Squadron pilot, flies his final flight with the 187th before he departs the unit.

An F/A-18 Hornet aircraft from Strike Fighter Squadron Thirty-Seven fires two missiles as part of a mission while stationed on board USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75) (not shown). Country: Unknown

220708-N-LI114-1163 PHILIPPINE SEA (July 8, 2022) EA-18G Growlers, attached to the Shadowhawks of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 141, fly in formation before preparing to land on the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). The primary role of EA-18G Growlers is to disrupt the ability to communicate between units in combat through the use of electronic warfare. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

110603-N-DR144-167PACIFIC OCEAN (June 3, 2011) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 81 maneuvers over the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) during an air power demonstration. Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

Two U.S. Navy EA-18G Growlers perform during the California Capital Airshow at Mather Airport in Sacramento, California, Oct. 1, 2022.

030324-F-7709A-001. Base: Eglin Air Force Base State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC

Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232, Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing fly F/A-18C Hornet airplanes to participate in a deployment for training (DFT) on Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., May 10, 2013. The training prepared the squadron for future combat and contingency operations.

A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor assigned to the 3rd Wing flies over Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, during Polar Force 22-4, April 1, 2022. This is the first Polar Force to be led by the 3rd Wing, with the primary focus on developing Agile Combat Employment and the U.S. Pacific Air Forces ability to fight in a contested, anti-access area denial environment. Operationalizing readiness-enhancing concepts like ACE is critical to ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific.

An aerial view of a United States Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet above the South China Sea, Malaysia.

An F-35B Lightning II with 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, based at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, San Diego, California, conducts an aerial demonstration during the 2022 MCAS Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Sept. 24, 2022. The F-35B Lightning II, flown by aviators with Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 502, is equipped with short takeoff and vertical landing capability that expands its range by allowing it to operate from naval vessels and in austere, expeditionary environments. 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.

U.S Air Force Captain Kristin BEO” Wolfe, F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team Commander, flies during a demonstration at the Oregon International Airshow in McMinnville, Ore., Aug. 20, 2022. The F-35 Demo team travels around the United States and around the world, showcasing the world’s most technologically advanced fifth-generation fighter jet.

An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base takes off at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 11, 2024 in preparation for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1. Red Flag trains Airmen and Guardians on strategy, force design and adversary warfighting to build a force that will reduce Air Force vulnerabilities, capitalize on strengths, and exploit our adversaries weaknesses.

A U.S. Air Force Block 50 F-16CM Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 179th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, takes off from Prince Sultan Air Base, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, June 23, 2022. The 179th EFS projects combat airpower across AFCENTs area of responsibility, supporting personnel, improving force movement, and showing U.S. and partner nations resolve in the region.

U.S. Air Force quartet of F-16C Fighting Falcons overhead Prague, Czech Republic.

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, known as the Thunderbirds, headline the Fort Wayne Air Show, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, June 4, 2022. The Thunderbirds are slated to perform nearly seventy air shows in almost three dozen different locations this year.

Two U.S. Navy EA-18G Growlers perform during the California Capital Airshow at Mather Airport in Sacramento, California, Oct. 1, 2022.

Vintage Photograph. Formation of fighter jets soaring through the sky.

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Air National Guard F-16C Jet during Exercise Air Defender 2023 in Jagel, Germany.

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Joshua Cabo Gunderson, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team commander and pilot, performs during the Orlando Air and Space Show at the Orlando Sanford International Airport, Florida, Oct. 30, 2022. The F-22 Demo Team travels to air shows across the world to showcase the performance and capabilities of the worlds premier fifth-generation fighter.

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 510th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron takes off at 86th Air Base, Romania, May 3, 2022. The 510th EFS is deployed from the 31st Fighter Wing at Aviano Air Base.

220615-N-XN177-3082 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 15, 2022) - F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 121 fly over amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 15, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

040531-F-9032T-032. Base: RAF Lakenheath State: East Anglia Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE

A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet with Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106 stationed at Naval Air Station Oceana, Virginia, performs at the 2022 Atlantic City Airshow at Atlantic City, New Jersey, Aug. 24, 2022. (New Jersey National Guard photo by Mark C. Olsen)

A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler.

An F-16 Fighting Falcon takes off Sept. 25, 2014, during Distant Frontier at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The F-16 is assigned to the 18th Aggressor Squadron. Aggressor pilots are trained to act as opposing forces in Red Flag-Alaska, to prepare U.S. and allied forces for real-world aerial combat.

U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors with the 94th Fighter Squadron, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, fly over the installation during Checkered Flag 23-1 at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, Nov. 1, 2022. Checkered Flag is a large-force aerial exercise held at Tyndall which fosters readiness and interoperability through the incorporation of 4th- and 5th-generation aircraft during air-to-air combat training.

A pair of F-15Cs, assigned to the Oregon Air National Guards 142nd Wing, Portland Air National Guard base, perform several flybys at the Oregon International Airshow in McMinnville, Ore., Aug. 20, 2022. The Oregon Air National Guard maintains two flying wings, one co-located at the Portland International Airport, and the 173rd Fighter Wing, an F-15 training unit, is located in Klamath Falls.

An F-35 Lightning II assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing flies over Barry M. Goldwater Range, Arizona, Jan. 19, 2024. The Barry M. Goldwater range, south of Phoenix, Arizona, is host to a number of air-to-ground bombing ranges which are utilized for training by various DOD branches. The F-35 is the U.S. Air Forces latest fifth-generation fighter and provides next-generation stealth with enhanced situational awareness.

Iraqi Air Force F-16IQ taking off.

041005-F-3488S-065. Base: Eielson Air Force Base State: Alaska (AK) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Navy fighter pilots from Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 122 West Coast Rhino Demonstration Team out of Naval Air Station Lemoore, Calif., showcase the power and capabilities of the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet during Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska July 31, 2022. The Super Hornet is the second major model upgrade since the inception of the F/A-18 aircraft program.

040208-F-4078O-194. Base: Buckley Air Force Base State: Colorado (CO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon with the Thunderbirds returns to formation 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)

220724-N-CH260-1116 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 24, 2022) Aircraft, assigned to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, fly over the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring to safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

Four F-16 Flighting Falcons assigned to the 14th Fighting Squadron, Misawa Air Base, Japan, prepare to land at Yokota Air Base, Japan, to participate in a week-long Agile Combat Employment training exercise aimed at enhancing multi-capable Airmens skillset, May 8, 2022. Twelve 14th FS F-16s and crew members deployed to Yokota AB to participate in the exercise. Through ACE, the 35th Fighter Wing train alongside the 374th Airlift Wing to maintain a competitive edge over adversaries; and execute their mission - to protect U.S. interests in the Pacific, defend Japan, and deter adversaries through presence, readiness, and ability to project agile combat air power.

110603-N-TU221-335PACIFIC OCEAN (June 3, 2011) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 81 maneuvers during an air power demonstration over the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 24, 2022) An F-35C Lightning II, assigned to the "Black Knights" of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 314, flies over the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet.

F-16C Fighting Falcon aircraft of the 50th Tactical Fighter Wing take part in a mission against Iraqi targets during Operation Desert Storm. The aircraft are armed with AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles and Mark 84 2,000-pound bombs.. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Unknown

An F-35B Lightning II with 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, based at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, San Diego, California, conducts an aerial demonstration during the 2022 MCAS Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Sept. 24, 2022. The F-35B Lightning II, flown by aviators with Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 502, is equipped with short takeoff and vertical landing capability that expands its range by allowing it to operate from naval vessels and in austere, expeditionary environments. 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.

An F-15C Eagle flies over Muniz Air National Guard Base in Carolina, Puerto Rico in support of North American Aerospace Defense Commands (NORAD) Operation Noble Defender (OND), 27 June, 2022. As a part of OND, which is a recurring operation, the Continental U.S. NORAD Region (CONR) coordinated and conducted joint operations with the U.S. Navy while concurrently launching jets from different locations across the United States' gulf coast and Puerto Rico. OND, is an integrated air and missile defense operation designed to ensure the defense and security of the northern and southern approaches to North America. This particular OND allowed NORAD units to exercise maneuvers designed to defend the southern approach to the United States from simulated cruise missile threats. NORAD is a bi-national Canadian and American command that employs a network of aerial, ground-based, and space-based sensors, air-to-air refueling tankers, and fighter aircraft controlled by a sophisticated command and c

220823-N-KD414-1086 POINT MUGU, Calif. (Aug 23, 2022) - An F/A-18F assigned to the "Vampires" of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron Nine (VX-9) takes off from Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC) Point Mugu. VX-9 is based at Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake, Calif. and charged with the testing and evaluation of weapons and their related systems in direct support of the United States Naval Aviation Fleet. NBVC is the home of the Pacific Seabees, West Coast E-2C Hawkeyes, 3 warfare centers and 80 tenants.

Swiss Air Force F-18C with live weapons.

DF-ST-89-09855. Base: Raf Holbeach Range Country: England / Great Britain (ENG)

An F-18 Hornet aircraft out of the Dallas/Ft. Worth area, piloted by a Marine reservist, begins a hard turn to the right during the Suppression of Enemy Air Defense above the Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii. Base: Pohakuloa Training Area State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team from Joint Base Langley-Eustis performs a practice demonstration over the flightline at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 17, 2022. The F-22 Raptor is a multi-capable aircraft with the ability to perform air-to-air and air-to-ground missions, harnessing the full potential of the 5th generation aircraft.

120227-N-UT411-421ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 27, 2012) EA-6B Prowlers assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134 enter the pattern for recovery aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) as F/A-18 Hornets circle overhead. Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

USAF Boeing F-15C Eagle lands directly overhead. Ordnance includes Sparrow and Sidewinder air to air missiles and external fuel tanks.

F-16C Block 30 returning from a sortie during Air Defender 2023.

U.S. Navy fighter pilots from Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 122 West Coast Rhino Demonstration Team out of Naval Air Station Lemoore, Calif., showcase the power and capabilities of the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet during Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska July 31, 2022. The Super Hornet is the second major model upgrade since the inception of the F/A-18 aircraft program.

980502-F-4116M-001. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH 1998 Base: Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base State: Al Ahmadi Country: Kuwait (KWT) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC

220520-N-EV253-2152 HILLSBORO, Ore. (May 20, 2022) - Lt. Amanda Lee, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106s Rhino Demo Team, maneuvers an F/A-18E Super Hornet at the 2022 Oregon International Air Show in Hillsboro, Oregon, May 20. During the show, more than 100,000 attendees were able to observe and interact with an all-women team of U.S. Navy aviators and crew, and view Navy aircraft including the F-35C Lightning II, CMV-22 Osprey, EA-18G Growler, F/A-18E Super Hornet, C-2A Greyhound, EP-3E Aries II, and MH-60S and MH-60R Seahawk helicopters.

A formation of Italian Air Force Tornado IDS and ECR aircraft.

A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Fighter Squadron from the 31st Fighter Wing, Aviano Air Base, Italy, takes off from Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom, Sep. 1, 2022, in preparation for the RAF's Cobra Warrior 2022 exercise, along with other NATO Allies and Partner air forces. The F-16C pilots conducted the training to familiarize themselves with the local area prior to CW22. The partnerships with NATO Allies and Partners are key to countering malign actors while increasing interoperability in the region.

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron takes off for a training sortie prior to a simulated mortar attack during a training scenario at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Sept. 13, 2022. The training assessed fighter squadrons and fighter generation squadrons abilities to launch aircraft under realistic threat conditions.

040423-F-0697K-019. Base: March Air Reserve Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The U.S. Air Force Demonstration team F-35A Lightning II flight performance at the Warriors Over the Wasatch Air & Space Show June 26, 2022, at Hill Air Force Base, Utah.

DF-ST-89-05840. Base: George Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

060313-N-6213R-004. Base: USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74)

DF-ST-87-12714. Subject Operation/Series: COPE THUNDER '86-3 Base: Clark Air Base State: Luzon Country: Philippines (PHL)

050107-F-9871C-002. Base: Langley Air Force Base State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet with Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106 stationed at Naval Air Station Oceana, Virginia, performs at the 2022 Atlantic City Airshow at Atlantic City, New Jersey, Aug. 24, 2022. (New Jersey National Guard photo by Mark C. Olsen)

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Two F-18s from VFA-122 perform a flyover at AS Lemoore's 60th Anniversary celebration.

030225-F-3961R-002. Subject Operation/Series: COPE TIGER 2003 Base: Korat Country: Thailand (THA)

Formation Su-30SM jet fighters of the Russian Air Force.

An F-22 Raptor assigned to the 325th Fighter Wing, Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida takes off from the Air Dominance Center for an air combat exercise at Sentry Savannah on May 10, 2022. Sentry Savannah is the Air National Guards largest air-to-air, joint aerial combat exercise for fourth- and fifth-generation fighters, which tests the capabilities of our warfighters in a simulated environment and trains the next generation of fighter pilots for tomorrows fight.

Cmdr. Andrew Imperatore, front, off-going commanding officer of the "Grey Wolves" of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 142, prepares to depart the formation of Cmdr. Andrew Thom, right, oncoming VAQ-142 commanding officer, and Commander, Carrier Air Wing 8 Capt. Daryl Trent during a VAQ-142 change of command ceremony, April 14, 2022. Thom, from Yorktown, Virginia, relieved Cmdr. Andrew Imperatore during the aerial change of command. USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 72) is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications and strike group integration as part of the ships tailored basic phase prior to operational deployment.

Nomads with the 58th Fighter Squadron and 60th Fighter Squadron, 33rd Fighter Wing, take off for Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, from Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Sept. 27, 2022. Leadership with the 33rd FW directed the repositioning of aircraft to Barksdale AFB, to prepare for possible damaging winds caused by Hurricane Ian.

U.S. Air Force JROTC students from Windsor High School and U.S. Army JROTC students from the High School of Commerce tour the 104th Fighter Wing Oct. 28, 2022, at Barnes Air National Guard Base, Massachusetts. The tour program at the 104FW connects members of the community together, while also giving guests the chance to learn about the unit's mission.

An F-15E Strike Eagle takes off at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, May 5, 2022. The 4th Fighter Wing is home to 94 F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft assigned to two operational and two training fighter squadrons, flying more than 12,000 sorties and 21,000 hours per year.

Four U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II aircraft from the Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 242 prepare to land on the flightline at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 31, 2022. The aircraft traveled to Kunsan as a part of the Pacific Air Forces command sponsored VIGILANT STORM 23 training event. VIGILANT STORM is a regularly scheduled training designed to enhance the combat readiness and survivability of U.S. and ROK forces and sustain capabilities, further strengthening the ROK-U.S. Alliance.

A Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) F-35A Lightning II aircraft with No. 75 Squadron approaches RAAF Base Tindal, Australia, during exercise Pitch Black, Aug 23, 2022. Exercise Pitch Black is the Royal Australian Air Forces largest and most complex Large Force Employment exercise. Pitch Black 2022 is being conducted at RAAF Bases Darwin, Tindal, and Amberley from 19 August to 8 September 22. This Years exercise will host up to 2500 personnel and around 100 aircraft from 17 participating nations from around the globe.Activities such as Exercise Pitch Black recognize Australias strong relationships and the high value we place on regional security and fostering closer ties throughout the Indo-Pacific region.Exercise Pitch Black features a range of realistic, simulated threats which can be found in a modern battle-space environment and is an opportunity to test and improve our force integration utilizing one of the largest training air space areas in the world. Exercise Pitch Bla

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A Marine Fighter-Attack Squadron 312 (VMFA-312) F/A-18A Hornet aircraft retracts its landing gear after takeoff. Base: Naval Air Station, Oceana State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

040519-F-3488S-344. Base: Eielson Air Force Base State: Alaska (AK) Country: United States Of America (USA)

An F-16C Fighting Falcon of the Hellenic Air Force in flight over Florennes, Belgium.

U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornets assigned to Naval Air Station Lemoore, California, fly over the installation during Checkered Flag 23-1 at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, Nov. 1, 2022. Checkered Flag is a large-force aerial exercise which fosters readiness and interoperability through the incorporation of 4th- and 5th-generation aircraft during air-to-air combat training. The 23-1 iteration of the exercise was held Oct. 31 - Nov. 10, 2022.

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