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190908-F-SA178-1266 Dare to be daring The Japan Air Self-Defense Force Blue Implulse Demonstration Team flies in formation during the Misawa Air Fest 2019 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2019. The Blue Impulse fly the Kawasaki T-4, a subsonic intermediate jet trainer aircraft and display their mission ready capabilities. The air fest provided aerial acrobatics performance, food and various static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)

091018-F-0168M-581 Misawa Air Base hosts Air Fest 2009 MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan — Japanese demonstration team Blue Impulse performs a four-ship formation flyby during Air Fest 2009 Oct. 18. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Samuel Morse)

091018-F-9165S-017 Air Fest 2009 MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan — Japan Air Self-Defense Force Blue Impulse team flies in formation during Air Fest 2009 Oct. 18. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Chad C. Strohmeyer)

091018-F-9165S-105 Air Fest 2009 MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan — The Japan Air Self-Defense Force Blue Impulse, fly in formation as they take part in Air Fest 2009 at Misawa Air Base Oct. 18. The team flies the Kawasaki T-4 and are based at Matsushima Air Base. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Chad C. Strohmeyer)

091018-F-0168M-735 Misawa Air Base hosts Air Fest 2009 MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan — Japanese demonstration team Blue Impulse breaks formation during Air Fest 2009 Oct. 18. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Samuel Morse)

170910-F-TC831-0491 Upside down The Japan Air Self-Defense Force Blue Impulse assigned to the 4th Air Wing, 11th Squadron from Matsushima Air Base, Japan fly upside down during the Pacific Partners Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. The rainfall consists of five Kawasaki T-4 planes that descend vertically and bloom in their own respective directions. This is an acrobatic flight that shows smoke trails spreading out in five different directions. T-4 is a middle class training aircraft used as an auxiliary aircraft in basic operational training and combat air wings in the JASDF. (U.S. Air Force photo by Amn Xiomara M. Martinez)

091018-F-9165S-076 Air Fest 2009 MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan — Japan Air Self-Defense Force aerial demonstration team, Blue Impulse, flies in formation during Air Fest 2009 Oct. 18. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Chad C. Strohmeyer)

160911-F-JF989-350 JASDF Blue Impulse soar across sky The Japan Air Self-Defense Force Blue Impulse aerial demonstration team performs a split maneuver during Misawa Air Fest 2016 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 11, 2016. The Blue Impulse fly the Kawasaki T-4 which is a subsonic intermediate jet trainer aircraft. The T-4 entered service in 1985 and has since been JASDF’s flagship demo team aircraft. The performance lasted through part of the afternoon engaging the more than 80,000 people who attended this annual air show. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)

170910-F-TC831-0350 Rainfall maneuver The Japan Air Self-Defense Force Blue Impulse assigned to the 4th Air Wing, 11th Squadron from Matsushima Air Base, Japan perform a rainfall maneuver during the Pacific Partners Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. The rainfall consists of five Kawasaki T-4 planes that descend vertically and bloom in their own respective directions. This is an acrobatic flight that shows smoke trails spreading out in five different directions. T-4 is a middle class training aircraft used as an auxiliary aircraft in basic operational training and combat air wings in the JASDF. (U.S. Air Force photo by Amn Xiomara M. Martinez)

170910-F-TC831-0572 Vertical climb The Japan Air Self-Defense Force Blue Impulse fly straight up during Pacific Partners Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. Blue Impulse is an expert team specializing in acrobatic demonstrations at Japan Air Self-Defense Force airshows and major civilian events, aimed at publicizing the JASDF. Misawa hosted spectacular aerial demonstrations, static displays and featured Blue Impulse giving the Misawa community the opportunity to witness first-hand the capabilities of the U.S. armed forces and JASDF. (U.S. Air Force photo by Amn Xiomara M. Martinez)

170910-F-TC831-0578 Wide to delta loop The Japan Air Self-Defense Force Blue Impulse assigned to the 4th Air Wing, 11th Squadron from Matsushima Air Base, Japan perform a wide to delta loop during the Pacific Partners Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. Five planes gradually enter a broad close order formation while drawing a loop. This is an acrobatic flight that shows smoke trails spreading out in five different directions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Amn Xiomara M. Martinez)

170910-F-TC831-0586 Perfectly positioned The Japan Air Self-Defense Force Blue Impulse assigned to the 4th Air Wing, 11th Squadron from Matsushima Air Base, Japan, fly in formation as smoke trails behind during the Pacific Partners Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. The six Kawasaki T-4 planes, colored blue and white, presented breathtaking surprises to the more than 120,000. The 45-minute performances unfurl one after the other, with neat formations in the sky and dynamic solo stunts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Amn Xiomara M. Martinez)

250921-F-OS908-1502 Misawa Air Fest 2025 Japan Air Self Defense Force’s Blue Impulse performs an aerobatic demonstration during Air Fest 2025 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2025. Air Fest served as a venue for both nations to display advanced aircraft, technology and tactical expertise essential for addressing modern security challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany Russell)

230910-F-DJ879-1411 Team Misawa host Air Fest 2023 Blue Impulse, the Japan Air Self-Defense Force aerobatic demonstration team, performs an aerial demonstration during Misawa Air Fest 2023 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2023. The team was founded in August 1960, flying six F-86 Sabers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)

230910-F-EP621-1071 Team Misawa host Air Fest 2023 The Japan Air Self-Defense Force aerobatic demonstration team, Blue Impulse, flies in a formation during the 2023 Misawa Air Fest at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2023. Blue Impulse flies Kawasaki T-4s to display JASDF’s air power through aerial performances at events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)

Misawa Air Fest 2025 Japan Air Self-Defense Force’ Blue Impulse demonstration team perform an aerobatic display during Air Fest 2025 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2025. Air Fest served as a venue for both nations to display advanced aircraft, technology and tactical expertise essential for addressing modern security challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Skyler Combs)

230910-F-EP621-1429 Team Misawa host Air Fest 2023 A Kawasaki T-4 turns on the ramp after landing at the 2023 Misawa Air Fest at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2023. Japan Air Self Defense Force aerobatic demonstration team, Blue Impulse, was founded in 1960 and continues to display JASDF air power through their aerial performances at events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)

160911-F-MZ237-005 U.S., Japanese Jets soar during Misawa Air Fest 2016 Japan Air Self-Defense Force Captain Yoshida, a pilot with Blue Impulse, sits in the cockpit of a Kawasaki T-4 prior to their aerobatic demonstration during Misawa Air Fest 2016 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 11, 2016. Blue Impulse is an aerobatic team assigned with the JASDF 4th Air Wing, at Matsushima Air Base, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)

190123-F-YW760-0133 U.S. Air Force Capt. Andrew Olson, F-35A Lightning II Demo Team commander and pilot, flies inverted during a demonstration practice, Jan. 23, 2019 at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The F-35A is the Air Force’s latest fifth-generation fighter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aspen Reid)

240715-F-LY743-4783 A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team performs at the Capitol Air Show over Sacramento, California, July 15, 2024. The F-35A is an agile, versatile, high-performance, 9g capable multirole fighter that combines stealth, sensor fusion and unprecedented situational awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Zachary Rufus)

240723-F-LY743-4791 A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team performs at EAA AirVenture over Oshkosh, Wisconsin, July 23, 2024. The F-35A is an agile, versatile, high-performance, 9g capable multirole fighter that combines stealth, sensor fusion and unprecedented situational awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Zachary Rufus)

240608-F-LY743-4698 An F-35A Lightning II assigned to the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team launches out to perform at the Innovation and Leadership in Aerospace Berlin, held at the Berlin Expo Center Airport, Berlin Brandenburg International Airport, June 8, 2024. The F-35A is an agile, versatile, high-performance, 9g capable multirole fighter that combines stealth, sensor fusion and unprecedented situational awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Zachary Rufus)

240401-F-LY743-1647 A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team performs a practice show at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, April 1, 2024. The F-35A is an agile, versatile, high-performance, 9g capable multirole fighter that combines stealth, sensor fusion and unprecedented situational awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Rufus)

240111-F-CL785-1013 A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team performs a practice airshow performance at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, Jan. 11, 2023. The F-35 Demo Team performs rehearsal flights regularly to maintain required flying certifications and to uphold and maintain their mission and Air Force recruiting standards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kaitlyn Ergish)

240308-F-JJ999-1008 A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team performs an aerial demonstration at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, March 8, 2023. The F-35 Demo Team performs flights regularly to maintain flying certifications and to uphold and maintain their mission and Air Force recruiting standards. (U.S. Air Force photo by First Lieutenant Nathan Poblete)

230730-F-CL785-1442 U.S. Air Force Maj. Kristin “BEO” Wolfe, F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team commander, flies over Kennewick, Washington, during the Tri-Cities Water Follies Airshow Over the River, July 30, 2023. The F-35 Demonstration Team participated in the 2023 Tri-Cities Water Follies airshow and various other events in support of their mission to recruit, retain and inspire new and old generations of Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kaitlyn Ergish)

230730-F-CL785-1442 U.S. Air Force Maj. Kristin “BEO” Wolfe, F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team commander, flies over Kennewick, Washington, during the Tri-Cities Water Follies Airshow Over the River, July 30, 2023. The F-35 Demonstration Team participated in the 2023 Tri-Cities Water Follies airshow and various other events in support of their mission to recruit, retain and inspire new and old generations of Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kaitlyn Ergish)

240824-F-LY743-4854 A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team performs at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, August 24, 2024. The F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team showcases aerodynamic performance and advanced integrated avionics as the U.S. Air Forces newest fifth-generation fighter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Zachary Rufus)

241205-F-KY209-1026 U.S. Air Force Maj. Melanie “Mach” Kluesner, pilot for the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team, executes precision aerial maneuvers during a practice airshow at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, Dec. 5, 2024. The practice session helps ensure the team maintains peak performance and readiness during the off-season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Nicholas Rupiper)

231015-F-CL785-8234 U.S. Air Force Maj. Kristin “BEO” Wolfe, F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team pilot and commander, flies an F-35 assigned to the 421st Fighter Generation Squadron at the Wings Over Houston Airshow, Tx., Oct. 15, 2023. Wings Over Houston showcases vintage World War II aircraft alongside the thrills of modern aviation, and has supported a variety of local and national charities during its 39-year history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kaitlyn Ergish)

101924-F-JJ999-1002 The F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team practices for the Atlanta Airshow in Peachtree City, Georgia, on October 25, 2024. The F-35A showcases its aerodynamic performance and advanced integrated avionics as the U.S. Air Force’s newest fifth-generation fighter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Nathan Poblete)

240319-F-LY743-1247 U.S. Air Force Capt. Melanie “MACH” Kluesner, the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team pilot and commander, flies a demonstration at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, March 19, 2024. The F-35A is an agile, versatile, high-performance, 9g capable multirole fighter that combines stealth, sensor fusion and unprecedented situational awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Rufus)

240723-F-LY743-4788 A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team performs at EAA AirVenture over Oshkosh, Wisconsin, July 23, 2024. The F-35A is an agile, versatile, high-performance, 9g capable multirole fighter that combines stealth, sensor fusion and unprecedented situational awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Zachary Rufus)

241018-F-KY209-1072 U.S. Air Force Maj. Melanie “Mach” Kluesner, the pilot for the F-35A Demonstration Team, performs aerial maneuvers in a USAF F-35A Lightning II during the practice day before the airshow at Jacksonville Naval Air Station, Florida, on 18 October, 2024. The practice day ensures that the team is able to safely and properly display the power, agility, and lethality of America’s 5th generation fighter jet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Nicholas Rupiper)

241205-F-KY209-1020 U.S. Air Force Maj. Melanie “Mach” Kluesner, pilot for the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team, executes precision aerial maneuvers during a practice airshow at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, Dec. 5, 2024. The practice session helps ensure the team maintains peak performance and readiness during the off-season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Nicholas Rupiper)

231015-F-CL785-5519 U.S. Air Force Maj. Kristin “BEO” Wolfe, F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team pilot and commander, flies an F-35 assigned to the 421st Fighter Generation Squadron at the Wings Over Houston Airshow, Tx., Oct. 15, 2023. Wings Over Houston showcases vintage World War II aircraft alongside the thrills of modern aviation, and has supported a variety of local and national charities during its 39-year history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kaitlyn Ergish)

241018-F-KY209-1110 U.S. Air Force Maj. Melanie “Mach” Kluesner, the pilot for the F-35A Demonstration Team, performs aerial maneuvers in a USAF F-35A Lightning II during the practice day before the airshow at Jacksonville Naval Air Station, Florida, on 18 October, 2024. The practice day ensures that the team is able to safely and properly display the power, agility, and lethality of America’s 5th generation fighter jet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Nicholas Rupiper)

240823-F-LY743-4884 A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II arrives at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, August 23, 2024. The F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team showcases aerodynamic performance and advanced integrated avionics as the U.S. Air Forces newest fifth-generation fighter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Zachary Rufus)

Heritage Flight Training Course 2023 U.S. Air Force Maj. Haden “Gator” Fullam, A-10 Demonstration Team pilot, flies over Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., March 2, 2023. The A-10 Demonstration Team’s jet has a heritage paint job to pay tribute to the 355th Tactical Fighter Wing’s contributions in the Vietnam War, including special dedication to personnel who were killed in action or became prisoners of war. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Devlin Bishop)

A-10 Thunderbolt IIs conduct ACE training on Rogers Dry Lake Bed An A-10 Thunderbolt II, assigned to the 355th Wing, out of Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, takes off from Rogers Dry Lake during an Agile Combat Employment Exercise on Edwards Air Force Base, California, June 27. The training featured Airmen from the 821st Contingency Response Squadron, out of Travis Air Force Base, California, and the 412th Operations Support Squadron based at Edwards AFB. (Air Force photo by Giancarlo Casem)

Thunder and Lightning over Arizona 2023 U.S. Air Force Capt. Lindsay “MAD” Johnson, A-10C Thunderbolt II Demonstration Team commander and pilot, flies by the audience during the Thunder and Lightning over Arizona air show at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., March 26, 2023. The A-10 Demonstration Team’s jet has a heritage paint job to pay tribute to the 355th Tactical Fighter Wing’s contributions in the Vietnam War, including special dedication to personnel who were killed in action or became prisoners of war. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Ross)

Micro Weather Sensor Used for Mojave Desert Landing An A-10 Thunderbolt II lands on an unprepared surface during Exercise Green Flag West 22-03 at Fort Irwin National Training Center, California, Jan.19, 2022. Providing an accurate temperature to A-10’s is crucial to calculating fuel levels for their takeoffs and landings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Turnbull)

Heritage Flight Training Course 2024 An A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft soars during the Heritage Flight Training Course at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., March 2, 2024. HFTC was a five day event that trained Air Combat Command’s four aerial demonstration teams. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)

A-10 returns as a single-ship demonstration U.S. Air Force Capt. Cody Wilton, A-10C Thunderbolt II Demonstration Team commander, performs a Cuban Eight maneuver during a practice demonstration at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Dec. 20, 2017. The A-10 Demo Team will perform at 20 air shows for the first time in seven years for the 2018 season, showcasing the capabilities of the A-10. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Betty R. Chevalier)

357th FS Range Day An A-10 Thunderbolt II assigned to the 357th Fighter Squadron employs its weapon system on a training target at Gila Bend, Arizona, Oct. 28, 2022. The GAU-8 Avenger is a 30mm hydraulically driven gatling style autocannon that fires 3,900 rounds-per-minute. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman William Turnbull)

2022 Freedom Fest U.S. Air Force Maj. Cody “ShIV” Wilton, A-10 Thunderbolt II Demonstration Team commander, performs a flare demonstration during an air show at Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Nov. 21, 2020. DM will be hosting an Freedom Fest on July 1st to celebrate Independence Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sergio A. Gamboa)

A-10C Thunderbolt II A-10 Thunderbolt IIs, assigned to the A-10 Demonstration Team, sit on the flight line at Wyoming Air National Guard, Wyoming, July 20, 2020. The A-10, F-35 and F-22 Demonstration Teams are scheduled to perform at the upcoming Wings over Warren Airshow, July 22, 2020. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kristine Legate)

Always ready; A-10 maintenance at sunset An A-10 Thunderbolt II, assigned to the 354th Fighter Squadron, sits on the flight line during sunset at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Dec. 7, 2022. The A-10 provides close air support to ground forces due to being easily maneuverable at low altitudes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paige Weldon)

230703-F-SW533-1200 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor aircraft flies over the audiences at the Dubuque Airshow & Fireworks event in Dubuque, Iowa, July 3, 2023. US. Air Force Capt. Samuel “RaZZ” Larson, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team commander and pilot, flew down from Battle Creek, Michigan to fly in a heritage flight formation with an A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft and P-51 Mustang aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Ross)

180126-F-HV022-1072 An F-22 Raptor from the Air Combat Command F-22 Demonstration Team at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, takes off before performing a practice demonstration, Jan. 26, 2018, at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina. The F-22 aerodesign, advanced flight controls, thrust vectoring, and high thrust-to-weight ratio provide the capability to outmaneuver all current and projected aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kenneth Boyton)

150828-F-NJ596-100 An F-22 Raptor fighter aircraft lands at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Aug. 28, 2015, as part of the inaugural F-22 training deployment to Europe. The F-22s are deployed from the 95th Fighter Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., as part of the European Reassurance Initiative and will conduct air training with other Europe-based aircraft while demonstrating U.S. commitment to NATO allies and the security of Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Chad Warren/Released)

230913-F-CL785-4361 U.S. Air Force Capt. Samuel “RaZZ” Larson, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team commander and pilot, flies an aerial demonstration during William Tell over Tybee Island, Georgia, Sept. 13, 2023. Hosted by the 1st Fighter Wing based out of Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA, after a 19-year hiatus, the William Tell Air-to-Air Weapons Meet returned in full force at the Air Dominance Center, in Savannah, GA. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kaitlyn Ergish)

230913-F-CL785-6707 U.S. Air Force Capt. Samuel “RaZZ” Larson, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team commander and pilot, flies an aerial demonstration during William Tell over Tybee Island, Georgia, Sept. 13, 2023. Hosted by the 1st Fighter Wing based out of Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA, after a 19-year hiatus, the William Tell Air-to-Air Weapons Meet returned in full force at the Air Dominance Center, in Savannah, GA. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kaitlyn Ergish)

220523-F-EZ530-0133 Maj. Joshua “Cabo” Gunderson, F-22 Demo Team commander and pilot, preforms a high-speed pass during the Bethpage Air Show May 23, 2022, at Jones Beach State Park, New York. The high-speed pass reaches speeds up to .94 the speed of sound, which is only a fraction of the aircrafts speed capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Don Hudson)

230210-F-PG418-1018 U.S. Air Force Capt. Samuel “RaZZ” Larson, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team commander and pilot, performs a maneuver at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Feb. 10, 2023. Larson is a highly-skilled fighter pilot, trained to perform maneuvers that demonstrate the capabilities of the fifth-generation fighter aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mikaela Smith)

F-22 Raptor demonstrates at Nellis U.S. Air Force Maj. Dan Dickinson, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team pilot, executes his final flyby for a tack pitch during the 2016 Air Power over Southern Nevada Air Show at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Nov. 13, 2016. Dickinson is an F-22 fighter pilot with more than 900 flying hours. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Mahalia Frost)

190214-F-NF995-1025 F-22 Demo Team pilot, Major “Loco” Lopez performs during a demo team practice on Joint Base Langley-Eustis, February 13th, 2019.The team performs precision aerial maneuvers to showcase the capabilities of the F-22 Raptors, as well as educate the public about the 5th generation aircraft.

230303-F-SW533-1458 U.S. Air Force Capt. Samuel Larson, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team commander and pilot, practices his demonstration over Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, March 3, 2023. The F-22 Demo Team flies at airshows around the globe, performing air demonstrations that include the power loop,split, tail slide, as well as a high-speed pass and dedication pass. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Ross)

230303-F-SW533-1571 U.S. Air Force Capt. Samuel Larson, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team commander and pilot, practices his demonstration over Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, March 3, 2023. The F-22 Demo Team flies at airshows around the globe, performing air demonstrations that include the power loop,split, tail slide, as well as a high-speed pass and dedication pass. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Ross)

230913-F-CL785-2017 U.S. Air Force Capt. Samuel “RaZZ” Larson, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team commander and pilot, flies an aerial demonstration during William Tell over Tybee Island, Georgia, Sept. 13, 2023. Hosted by the 1st Fighter Wing based out of Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA, after a 19-year hiatus, the William Tell Air-to-Air Weapons Meet returned in full force at the Air Dominance Center, in Savannah, GA. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kaitlyn Ergish)

230703-F-SW533-1200 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor aircraft flies over the audiences at the Dubuque Airshow & Fireworks event in Dubuque, Iowa, July 3, 2023. US. Air Force Capt. Samuel “RaZZ” Larson, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team commander and pilot, flew down from Battle Creek, Michigan to fly in a heritage flight formation with an A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft and P-51 Mustang aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Ross)

230913-F-CL785-6293 U.S. Air Force Capt. Samuel “RaZZ” Larson, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team commander and pilot, flies an aerial demonstration during William Tell over Tybee Island, Georgia, Sept. 13, 2023. Hosted by the 1st Fighter Wing based out of Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA, after a 19-year hiatus, the William Tell Air-to-Air Weapons Meet returned in full force at the Air Dominance Center, in Savannah, GA. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kaitlyn Ergish)

230913-F-CL785-7320 U.S. Air Force Capt. Samuel “RaZZ” Larson, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team commander and pilot, flies an aerial demonstration during William Tell over Tybee Island, Georgia, Sept. 13, 2023. Hosted by the 1st Fighter Wing based out of Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA, after a 19-year hiatus, the William Tell Air-to-Air Weapons Meet returned in full force at the Air Dominance Center, in Savannah, GA. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kaitlyn Ergish)

230913-F-CL785-5772 U.S. Air Force Capt. Samuel “RaZZ” Larson, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team commander and pilot, flies an aerial demonstration during William Tell over Tybee Island, Georgia, Sept. 13, 2023. Hosted by the 1st Fighter Wing based out of Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA, after a 19-year hiatus, the William Tell Air-to-Air Weapons Meet returned in full force at the Air Dominance Center, in Savannah, GA. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kaitlyn Ergish)

240502-N-KB563-2928 VERO BEACH Fla. (May 2, 2024) The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, perform at the Vero Beach Air Show in Vero Beach, Florida. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Michael Russell/Released)

210502-N-OU681-2360 CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (May 2, 2021) The Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, perform during Wings Over South Texas Air Show May 2, 2021. The 2021 show season is Blue Angels’ first year flying the Super Hornet platform as well as the 75th anniversary of the team. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Michelle Tucker)

191108-N-EX228-1136 PENSACOLA, Florida (Nov. 8, 2019) Lt. Cmdr. Brandon Hempler, the Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels lead solo pilot, performs aerial acts during the 2019 Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show, Nov. 8, 2019. The Blue Angels are completing the 2019 season at home after 61 flight demonstrations at 32 locations across the country, showcasing the pride and professionalism on the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps to the American and Canadian public. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Carter Denton/Released)

210416-N-YO638-2115 LAKELAND, Fla. (April 16, 2021) The Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, pilots perform the fortus maneuver during the 47th annual SUN ?n FUN Aerospace Expo. The 2021 show season is the Blue Angels? first year flying the Super Hornet platform as well as the 75th anniversary of the team. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cody Hendrix)

240614-N-MH057-1672 LA CROSSE, Wis. (June 14, 2024) The Blue Angels perform in La Crosse, Wis., during the 2024 show season. The Blue Angels is the Navy and Marine Corps’ premier flight demonstration squadron, performing in 32 show sights annually. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Cody Deccio)

250201-N-DN159-1135E Blue Flight Members of the Blue Angels, the Navy’s flight demonstration squadron, participate in winter training at Naval Air Facility El Centro, Calif., Feb. 1, 2025, in preparation for the 2025 air show season.(Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Crayton Agnew)

140224-N-DN159-1802 NAVAL AIR FACILITY EL CENTRO, Calif. (Feb. 6, 2024) 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Crayton Agnew/Released)

240531-N-KB563-3026 TERRE HAUTE, Indiana (May 30, 2024) The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, perform during the Terre Haute Air Show. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Michael Russell)

220918-N-AC802-1278 VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Sept. 18, 2022) The Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels perform during the 2022 Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana Air Show. The NAS Oceana Air Show showcases aerial performances and demonstrates the Navy’s importance to national security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Megan Wollam)

240614-N-MH057-1636 LA CROSSE, Wis. (June 14, 2024) The Blue Angels perform in La Crosse, Wis. during the 2024 show season. The Blue Angels is the Navy and Marine Corps’ premier flight demonstration squadron, performing in 32 show sights annually. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Cody Deccio)

210703-N-JH293-1141 GARDNER, Kan. (July 3, 2021) The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, perform at New Century Air Center during the Kansas City Air Show, July 3, 2021. The Blue Angels are the headlining performing act at the air show and takes place during Kansas City Navy Week, the first in-person Navy Week since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Blue Angels 2021 show season is their first year flying the Super Hornet platform as well as the team?s 75th anniversary. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Chris Williamson)

240530-N-KB563-4659 TERRE HAUTE, Indiana (May 30, 2024) The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, perform during the Terre Haute Air Show. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Michael Russell)

210703-N-JH293-1256 GARDNER, Kan. (July 3, 2021) The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, perform at New Century Air Center during the Kansas City Air Show, July 3, 2021. The Blue Angels are the headlining performing act at the air show and takes place during Kansas City Navy Week, the first in-person Navy Week since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Blue Angels 2021 show season is their first year flying the Super Hornet platform as well as the team?s 75th anniversary. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Chris Williamson)

220923-M-FS018-1323 SAN DIEGO (Sept. 23, 2022) The U.S. Navy Blue Angels perform aerial maneuvers during the 2022 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, San Diego, California, Sept. 23, 2022. The Blue Angels, formed in 1946, perform precision flight demonstrations in more than 70 shows at 34 locations throughout the United States each year. 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. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Thunderbirds perform at the Fort Wayne Air Show The Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform at the Fort Wayne Air Show in Fort Wayne, Ind., June 7, 2019. Since 1953, the Thunderbirds team has served as America’s premier air demonstration squadron, entrusted with the vital mission to recruit, retain and inspire past, present and future Airmen. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Cory W. Bush)

Bank on it An F-16 Fighting Falcon from the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, performs an aerial demonstration over Rickenbacker International Airport during the Columbus Air Show, in Columbus, Ohio, June 14, 2024. The event featured more than 20 military and civilian planes, including a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 121st Air Refueling Wing, which served as the base of operations for military aircraft participating in the show. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Mikayla Gibbs)

240713-F-DG904-3000 A United States Air Force (USAF) Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbird” performs a solo maneuver during the 18th annual California Capital Airshow at Mather Airport, California, July 13, 2024. The Thunderbirds perform at airshows across the country to showcase the capabilities of the USAF, its Airmen, and the F-16 Fighting Falcon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Shaei Rodriguez) Photo edited to 4×6 for web display.

Mirror image Two U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform an aerial maneuver during the Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 20, 2024. The solo pilots demonstrate the incredible performance capabilities of the combat-tested, multi-role F-16 Fighting Falcon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Sheila deVera)

Precision maneuvers The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, flying their F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft, perform precision aerial maneuvers during the 2022 Aerospace Valley Open House, Air Show and STEM Expo at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Oct. 15, 2022. (U.S. Air Force photo by Giancarlo Casem)

250322-F-QO903-1847 The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform during the Thunder and Lightning Over Arizona Air Show at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, March 22, 2025. DM’s air show was a biannual event which gave people a chance to see U.S. Air Force airpower, like the Thunderbirds, in action. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman William Finn V)

50323-F-AD704-1475 2025 Thunder and Lightning Over Arizona Air Show Day 2 Two U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” fly in formation during the 2025 Thunder and Lightning Over Arizona Air Show at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, March 23, 2025. The Thunderbirds perform for people all around the world to display the pride, precision and professionalism the U.S. Air Force represents. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Samantha Melecio)

180730-F-JA727-0016 Three F-16 Flying Falcon Thunderbirds fly in formation July 30, 2018, in the mid-western skies of the U.S. The Thunderbirds are the Air Force’s premiere air demonstration team and perform at different events across the country every year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alan Ricker)

250323-F-AD704-1422 2025 Thunder and Lightning Over Arizona Air Show Day 2 The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” fly in formation during the 2025 Thunder and Lightning Over Arizona Air Show at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, March 23, 2025. The formation exhibited the precision and skill to fly in close formation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Samantha Melecio)

250322-F-QO903-1789 The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” fly in formation during the Thunder and Lightning Over Arizona Airshow at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, March 22, 2025. DM’s air show was a biannual event which gave people a chance to see U.S. Air Force airpower, like the Thunderbirds, in action. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman William Finn V)

Flying in formation The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, June 28, 2024. The Thunderbirds are a team of roughly 130 personnel that demonstrate the pride, precision and professionalism of the total U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dakota Carter)

Thundering tribute The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, execute a carefully choreographed demonstration during the Luke Days airshow on March 22, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The Thunderbirds were officially activated June 1, 1953, as the 3600th Air Demonstration Team over 70 years ago. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katelynn Jackson)

Fun in the sun The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform at Cocoa Beach, Fla., April 14, 2023. The Thunderbirds headlined the Cocoa Beach Air Show, which allowed them to demonstrate the pride, precision and professionalism of total force Airmen to thousands of spectators on the Space Coast. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dakota Carter)

Feel the thunder The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform in the 2023 Augusta Air Show in Augusta, Ga., May 11, 2023. The show marked the first Thunderbirds performance in Augusta in 23 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dakota Carter)

180520-F-IT851-0348 JBLE hostd community during air show The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds take off during Airpower Over Hampton Roads JBLE Air and Space Expo at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, May 20, 2018. This performance marked the Thunderbirds’ official return to their 2018 air show season. The entire show, including the ground show and air demonstration, usually lasts about 75 minutes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Areca T. Bell)

250629-F-HI919-2025 Tinker Air Show Draws Hundreds of Thousands, Celebrates Military Excellence and Community Support The Air Force Thunderbirds headlined the 2025 Tinker Air Show June 28 and 29 for a high-profile display of airpower, patriotism, and pride at Tinker Air Force Base, OK. The two-day event, themed Warriors of Air and Space, marked the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds’ return to Oklahoma in eight years and capped off a weeklong series of military appreciation activities held across the Oklahoma City metro. (U.S. Air Force photo by Paul Shirk)

Thunderbirds demo The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform at Cocoa Beach, Florida, April 14-16, 2023. The Thunderbirds headlined the Cocoa Beach Air Show, which allowed them to demonstrate the pride, precision, and professionalism of total force American Airmen to thousands of spectators on the Space Coast. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dakota Carter)

Thunderbirds 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. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Andrew D. Sarver)

Thunderbirds over Magic Kingdom The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform a flyover over Magic Kingdom Park and Epcot in Orlando, Fla., Oct. 30, 2023. The Thunderbirds performed the flyover to help kick off National Veterans and Military Family Month. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Andrew Burdette)

Delta formation over Daytona The U.S. Air Force’s Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” kick off the 2023 Daytona 500 at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona, Fla., Feb. 19, 2023. The flyover celebrated the 65th Daytona 500, NASCAR’s 75th anniversary, and the Thunderbirds’ 70th birthday. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Dakota B. Carter)

Thunderbird formation A formation of F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, perform during the 2024 Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Ind., May 26, 2024. Members of the U.S. armed forces joined together at the race as a way to pay tribute to the fallen over Memorial Day weekend. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Halley Clark)

Moon birds The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform at the Sun N’ Fun Fly-In April 14, 2024, in Lakeland, Fla. This year marked the 50th anniversary of the Fly-In. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Breanna Klemm)

Beautiful execution F-16 Fighting Falcons with the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, perform during the Speed of Sound Airshow at Rosecrans Air National Guard Base in St. Joseph, Mo., Sept. 15, 2024. Hosted by the 139th Airlift Wing and city of St. Joseph, the event was a chance to thank the community and approximately 50,000 attendees for their support. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Patrick Evenson)

220311-F-YM230-0159 The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform over Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Mar. 11, 2022. The Thunderbirds earned their COMACC certification the day prior, authorizing them to perform for the 2022 show season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Laurel Richards)

250629-F-HI919-2050 Tinker Air Show Draws Hundreds of Thousands, Celebrates Military Excellence and Community Support The Air Force Thunderbirds headlined the 2025 Tinker Air Show June 28 and 29 for a high-profile display of airpower, patriotism, and pride at Tinker Air Force Base, OK. The two-day event, themed Warriors of Air and Space, marked the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds’ return to Oklahoma in eight years and capped off a weeklong series of military appreciation activities held across the Oklahoma City metro. (U.S. Air Force photo by Paul Shirk)

250629-F-MO401-1002 Tinker Air Show Draws Hundreds of Thousands, Celebrates Military Excellence and Community Support The Air Force Thunderbirds headlined the 2025 Tinker Air Show, themed Warriors of Air Space, June 28 and 29 for a high-profile display of airpower, patriotism, and pride at Tinker Air Force Base, OK. The two-day event, themed Warriors of Air and Space, marked the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds’ return to Oklahoma in eight years and capped off a weeklong series of military appreciation activities held across the Oklahoma City metro. (U.S. Air Force photo by Breonna Summers)