210318-F-AF999-0011 An EC-130J Commando Solo from the 193rd Special Operations Squadron takes flight from Harrisburg Air National Guard Base, Pa., Oct. 2, 2020. The EC-130J Commando Solo, a specially-modified four-engine Hercules transport, conducts airborne Information Operations via digital and analog radio and television broadcasts. (U.S. Air Force photo)

070701-F-6751B-001 EC-130J flies through the sky. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

071019-F-6470S-201 Airpower summary An EC-130J Commando Solo aircraft taxis down the runway from a base in Southwest Asia. The EC-130J conducts information operations and civil affairs broadcasts in AM, FM, HF, TV and military communications bands in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Tia Schroeder)

250916-F-WU042-5003 Hercules in air A U.S. Air Force EC-130J flies over the Gulf of America, Sept. 16, 2025. The 417th Flight Test Squadron aircraft performs flight test operations on next-generation hardware and software to improve lethality and readiness across the C-130 fleet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Thomas Barley)

060403-F-2233S-037 The last Air National Guard’s EC-130E Commando Solo takes off above a C-130 Hercules for the final time at the Harrisburg International Airport on Monday, April 3, 2006. The “E” model has flown members of the 193rd Special Operations Wing into combat since the Vietnam Conflict. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Matt Schwartz)

250916-F-WU042-5001 Hercules in air A U.S. Air Force EC-130J flies over the Gulf of America, Sept. 16, 2025. The 417th Flight Test Squadron aircraft performs flight test operations on next-generation hardware and software to improve lethality and readiness across the C-130 fleet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Thomas Barley)

201024-Z-OL842-1005 193rd SOW Airmen return from deployment An EC-130J Commando Solo aircraft from the 193rd Special Operations Wing flies overhead before landing, October 24, 2020 at the 193rd SOW in Middletown, Pennsylvania. The Commando Solo and Airmen onboard returned home from serving on a deployment overseas, and were greeted by friends and family. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Tony Harp)

071126-F-6470S-003 Commando Solo: Impacting the hearts and minds An EC-130J Commando Solo aircraft prepares to land at an air base in Southwest Asia. The EC-130J conducts information operations, psychological operations and civil affairs broadcasts in the AM, FM, HF, TV and military communications bands. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Tia Schroeder)

200519-Z-OK627-9091 EC-130J A KC-135 from the 171st Air Refueling Wing, Pittsburgh, and an EC-130J from the 193rd Special Operations Wing, Harrisburg, conduct and in air refueling May 19, 2020. Together they complete training for both the pilots and boom operators. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Zoe M. Wockenfuss)

050726-F-2233S-045 Flare shot An EC-130J Commando Solo from the 193rd Special Operations Wing Pa. Air National Guard, Middletown, Pa. performs a defensive manover during a training mission at Bollen Range at Ft. Indiantown Gap, Annville, Pa. July 26, 2005. The 193rd SOW is the only unit in the armed forces that flies the Commando Solo mission. (US Air Force photo taken by SSgt Matt Schwartz 193rd Special Operations Wing, Middletown, Pa) (Released)

060328-F-2233S-065 Solos over Farmland A new era is ushered in for the 193rd Special Operations Wing Pennsylvania Air National Guard March 28, 2006 as EC-130E and EC-130J commando solo aircraft take to the skys over South Central Pa. for the first and last time together. The E model, a Viet Nam era aircraft, makes way for the new J model whose engines are more efficient in allowing the aircraft to travel farther, faster and higher than before, a great capability for the broadcast mission of the 193rd SOW. (Released) (Air Force photo by SSgt Matt D. Schwartz)

250611-Z-JK012-1001 F-15EX visits Selfridge An F-15EX Eagle II from the Defense Contracting Management Agency Boeing St. Louis, lands at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, Michigan, June 11, 2025. The aircraft visited the base as part of a site activation task force visit, one of the initial steps to ensure that when both the F-15EX and KC-46 Pegasus missions arrive at Selfridge ANGB, the 127th Wing will be fully prepared with the right infrastructure, personnel, and support to stand them up and operate them effectively. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Andrew Schumann)

250611-Z-JK012-1002 F-15EX visits Selfridge An F-15EX Eagle II from the Defense Contracting Management Agency Boeing St. Louis, flies over Selfridge Air National Guard Base, Michigan, June 11, 2025. The aircraft visited the base as part of a site activation task force visit, one of the initial steps to ensure that when both the F-15EX and KC-46 Pegasus missions arrive at Selfridge ANGB, the 127th Wing will be fully prepared with the right infrastructure, personnel, and support to stand them up and operate them effectively. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Andrew Schumann)

250611-Z-JK012-1003 F-15EX visits Selfridge An F-15EX Eagle II from the Defense Contracting Management Agency Boeing St. Louis, lands at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, Michigan, June 11, 2025. The aircraft visited the base as part of a site activation task force visit, one of the initial steps to ensure that when both the F-15EX and KC-46 Pegasus missions arrive at Selfridge ANGB, the 127th Wing will be fully prepared with the right infrastructure, personnel, and support to stand them up and operate them effectively. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Andrew Schumann)

250611-Z-JK012-1004 F-15EX visits Selfridge An F-15EX Eagle II from the Defense Contracting Management Agency Boeing St. Louis, taxis after arriving at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, Michigan, June 11, 2025. The aircraft visited the base as part of a site activation task force visit, one of the initial steps to ensure that when both the F-15EX and KC-46 Pegasus missions arrive at Selfridge ANGB, the 127th Wing will be fully prepared with the right infrastructure, personnel, and support to stand them up and operate them effectively. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Andrew Schumann)

231214-F-ZS999-1002 F-15A Streak Eagle F-15A, tail number 72-0119, sits on the runway at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota in March 1975. A specialized hold back explosive bolt attached to a steel cable replaced the tailhook for the record attempts. With engines at full power, the pilot released the aircraft and reached rotation speed in approximately 3 seconds.(Courtesy Photo)

240123-F-IO108-002 F-15 Streak Eagle F-15 Streak Eagle in Flight. 412TW-PA-22370 The museum’s single-seat F15A, nicknamed “Streak Eagle,” broke eight time-to-climb world records between Jan. 16 and Feb. 1, 1975.(PHOTO BY:-)

231214-F-ZS999-1003 F-15A Streak Eagle An F-15A Streak Eagle takes flight.(Courtesy Photo)

240528-F-IO108-057 McDonnell Douglas F-15 Streak Eagle DAYTON, Ohio — McDonnell Douglas F-15 Streak Eagle at the National Museum of the USAF on May 28, 2024. The museum’s single-seat F15A, nicknamed “Streak Eagle,” broke eight time-to-climb world records between Jan. 16 and Feb. 1, 1975.(U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

240528-F-IO108-055 McDonnell Douglas F-15 Streak Eagle DAYTON, Ohio — McDonnell Douglas F-15 Streak Eagle at the National Museum of the USAF on May 28, 2024. The museum’s single-seat F15A, nicknamed “Streak Eagle,” broke eight time-to-climb world records between Jan. 16 and Feb. 1, 1975.(U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

080902-F-1234S-001 Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 The two Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 prototypes in flight. The aircraft on display at the National Museum of the United States Air Force is the darker one on the right. (U.S. Air Force photo)

080902-F-1234S-001 Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 The two Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 prototypes in flight. The aircraft on display at the National Museum of the United States Air Force is the darker one on the right. (U.S. Air Force photo)

060810-F-1234S-004 Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 Top view of the Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 in flight. (U.S. Air Force photo)

080904-F-1234S-003 Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 DAYTON, Ohio — Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 at the National Museum of the United States Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo)

080904-F-1234S-002 Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 DAYTON, Ohio — Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 at the National Museum of the United States Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo)

080904-F-1234S-004 Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 DAYTON, Ohio — Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 at the National Museum of the United States Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo)

220201-F-ZS999-003 Flashback: Northrop YF-23 Black Widow II To prevent injury to ground personnel while under the aircraft, the ram air scoop was highlighted with a set of red and white triangles for visibility. The unintended coincidence looked like a Black Widow hourglass while the aircraft was in flight.(Historical Photo)

080904-F-1234S-001 Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 DAYTON, Ohio — Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 at the National Museum of the United States Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo)

151007-F-DW547-010 Fourth Building Aircraft Moves Restoration staff move the Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23A into the new fourth building at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force on Oct. 7, 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

151007-F-DW547-011 Fourth Building Aircraft Moves Restoration staff move the Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23A into the new fourth building at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force on Oct. 7, 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

060810-F-1234S-002 Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23. (U.S. Air Force photo)

060810-F-1234S-010 YF-22 and YF-23 Lockheed-Boeing-General Dynamics YF-22 and Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23. (U.S. Air Force photo)

250107-F-FT378-9772 Training mission An F-22 Raptor assigned to the 433rd Weapons Squadron, U.S. Air Force Weapons School, takes off for a training mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Jan 7, 2025. The USAFWS teaches graduate-level instructor courses that provide advanced training in weapons and tactics employment to officers and enlisted specialists of the combat and mobility air forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders)

250321-F-AF000-1513 Shown is a graphical artist rendering of the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) Platform. The rendering highlights the Air Force’s sixth generation fighter, the F-47. The NGAD Platform will bring lethal, next-generation technologies to ensure air superiority for the Joint Force in any conflict. (U.S. Air Force graphic)

250321-F-AF000-1341 Shown is a graphical artist rendering of the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) Platform. The rendering highlights the Air Force’s sixth generation fighter, the F-47. The NGAD Platform will bring lethal, next-generation technologies to ensure air superiority for the Joint Force in any conflict. (U.S. Air Force graphic)

T-4ジェット練習機

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)

201026-N-YQ181-1028 Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Izumo-class Helicopter Destroyer JS Kaga (DDH 184), front, and dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199) transition in formation during Keen Sword 21. Keen Sword is an example of the strength of the U.S.-Japan Alliance, the foundation of peace and security in the Indo-pacific region for 60 years. The relationships built and maintained during these events are critical to our shared capability to respond to contingencies at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Askia Collins)

241025-M-TH104-1544 UNITED STATES 10.24.2024 Photo by Cpl. Daniel Childs 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing

「かが」F-35BライトニングIIの艦上運用試験

241020-N-QA151-8660 UNITED STATES 10.20.2024 Photo by Cmdr. Darin Russell F-35 Lightning II Pax River ITF

241020-N-QA151-9808 UNITED STATES 10.20.2024 Photo by Cmdr. Darin Russell F-35 Lightning II Pax River ITF

241020-N-QA151-8328 UNITED STATES 10.20.2024 Photo by Cmdr. Darin Russell F-35 Lightning II Pax River ITF

241021-O-ZB537-2379 UNITED STATES 10.21.2024 Photo by Dane Wiedmann F-35 Lightning II Pax River ITF

241021-O-ZB537-4099 UNITED STATES 10.21.2024 Photo by Dane Wiedmann F-35 Lightning II Pax River ITF

241021-O-ZB537-1369 UNITED STATES 10.21.2024 Photo by Dane Wiedmann F-35 Lightning II Pax River ITF

241022-O-YD716-3340 A joint team consisting of F-35 Patuxent River Integrated Test Force flight test members, U.S. Sailors and Marines, and the crew of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Izumo-class multi-functional destroyer JS Kaga (DDH-184) are executing developmental sea trials in the eastern Pacific Ocean to gather the necessary data to certify F-35B Lightning II short takeoff and vertical landing aircraft operations. While aboard the MSDF’s largest ship, the Pax ITF flight test team has been gathering compatibility data for analysis in order to make recommendations for future F-35B operational envelopes, further enhancing the Japanese navy’s capabilities. The results of the testing will contribute to improved interoperability between Japan and the United States, strengthening the deterrence and response capabilities of the Japan-U.S. alliance and contributing to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. Japan is an F-35 Joint Program Office foreign military sales customer planning to purchase 42 F-35Bs. The F-35 Joint Program Office continues to develop, produce, and sustain the F-35 Air System to fulfill its mandate to deliver a capable, available, and affordable air system with fifth-generation capabilities (U.S. Navy Photo by Darin Russell)

241030-O-ZB537-9230 UNITED STATES 10.30.2024 Photo by Dane Wiedmann F-35 Lightning II Pax River ITF

241030-O-ZB537-7366 UNITED STATES 10.30.2024 Photo by Dane Wiedmann F-35 Lightning II Pax River ITF

241031-O-ZB537-3815 UNITED STATES 10.30.2024 Photo by Dane Wiedmann F-35 Lightning II Pax River ITF

241019-N-QA151-1054 UNITED STATES 10.18.2024 Photo by Darin Russell F-35 Lightning II Pax River ITF

241027-N-NT193-4659 UNITED STATES 10.27.2024 Photo by Michael Land F-35 Lightning II Pax River ITF

160514-N-YG401-1184 The Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo ship USNS Washington Chambers (T-AKE 11), left, conducts a replenishment-at-sea with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Izumo-class multi-functional destroyer JS Kaga (DDH 184) while underway in the Pacific Ocean, Nov 18, 2024. JS Kaga recently completed F-35 Lighting II aircraft developmental testing in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. An integral part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, U.S. 3rd Fleet not only leads naval forces in the Indo-pacific, but also provides the realistic, relevant training necessary to flawlessly execute our Navy’s role across the full spectrum of military operations-from combat operations to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. U.S. Fleet works together with our allies and partners to advance freedom of navigation, the rule of law, and other principles that underpin security for the Indo-pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Andrew Benvie)

「かが」：洋上補給訓練（その2）

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)