Thunderbolts to Thunderbirds

U.S. Air Force Capt. Nick Belinski, 309th Fighter Squadron instructor pilot, prepares his F-16 Fighting Falcon for takeoff, Aug. 26, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Belinski’s future role with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will go beyond flying, he will represent the U.S. Air Force, both in the air and on the ground. As advance pilot and narrator he will speak to millions across the country about the precision and pride behind every Thunderbird demonstration. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mason Hargrove)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Mason Hargrove
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ILME-FX3

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FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS

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4

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1/40

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1000

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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