Thunderbolts to Thunderbirds

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christian Martinez, 56th Fighter Wing protocol specialist, stands in front of an F-16 Fighting Falcon, Aug. 20, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Selected from an array of candidates, Martinez was chosen to join the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds for the 2025-2026 show seasons, a rare opportunity to work with the Air Force's elite demonstration team. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mason Hargrove)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Mason Hargrove
VIRIN: 240820-F-RL243-1477.JPG
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ILCE-7M4

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FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II

APERTURE

28/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/4000

ISO

100

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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