Us Air Force Collection (#8)

An aggressor F-15C Eagle of the U. S. Air Force
An aggressor F-15C of the U.S. Air Force launches from Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

An F-16C Thunderbird sits on the runway at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada
An F-16C Thunderbird takes off from Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

An F-16C Aggressor jet landing on runway in Nevada
An F-16C Fighting Falcon from 64th Aggressor Squadron, 57th Wing, landing at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, during exercise Red Flag 2016-2

A U. S. Air Force AC-130W Stinger II receiving fuel
August 6, 2013 - A U.S. Air Force AC-130W Stinger II aircraft receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft over the plains of New Mexico

An F-22 Raptor landing on the runway at Nellis Air Force Base
November 10, 2012 - An F-22 Raptor landing on the runway at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

Aviation Boatswains Mate ensures an F / A-18C Hornet is cleared for launch
Pacific Ocean, November 13, 2006 - Chief Aviation Boatswains Mate ensures an F/A-18C Hornet is cleared for launch from the flight deck aboard USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63)

A World War II-era P-47 Thunderbolt, an F-22A and a TF-51 Mustang fly in formation
March 5, 2006 - A World War II-era P-47 Thunderbolt, an F-22A and a TF-51 Mustang fly in formation over Tucson, Arizona, during the Air Combat Command Heritage Conference at Davis-Monthan Air Force

A U. S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon taxiing at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada
A U.S. Air Force F-16C from 16th Weapons Squadron, 57th Wing, taxiing at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

An AC-130U Spooky gunship

A U. S. Air Force F-22 Raptor in flight near Guam
February 16, 2010 - A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor in flight near Guam

A three-ship formation of F-22 Raptors flies over the Pacific Ocean
January 28, 2009 - A three-ship formation of F-22 Raptors flies over the Pacific Ocean

An F-15 Eagle fires an AIM-9 missile
An F-15 Eagle from the 44th Fighter Squadron fires an AIM-9 missile during a Weapons System Evaluation Program at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida

F-14D Tomcats conduct a flyover of Naval Air Station Oceana airfield
Virginia Beach, Virginia, March 10, 2006 - F-14D Tomcats conduct a flyover of Naval Air Station Oceana airfield

Firefighters participate in annual aircraft firefighting training
March 6, 2013 - Firefighters participate in annual aircraft live firefighting training at Travis Air Force Base, California

A U. S. Air Force F-35A taxiing at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
A U.S. Air Force F-35A from 58th Fighter Squadron, 33rd Fighter Wing, taxiing at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, before a training mission

A CV-22 Osprey hangs in the anechoic chamber at Eglin Air Force Base
March 6, 2012 - A CV-22 Osprey hangs in the anechoic chamber at the Joint Preflight Integration of Munitions and Electronic Systems hangar at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida

A C-130 Hercules is refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Pacific Ocean

A long line up of B-1B Lancers at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas
A long line up of 7th Bomb Wing B-1B Lancers on the ramp at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas

A B-52 Stratofortress heavy bomber of the U. S. Air Force
A B-52 Stratofortress heavy bomber of the U.S. Air Force takes off from Fairford Air Force Base, United Kingdom

A U. S. Navy MH-60S Seahawk helicopter and a U. S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bomber
Yigo, Guam, November 16, 2005 - A U.S. Navy MH-60S Seahawk helicopter maneuvers over the taxiway of Andersen Air Force Base on the U.S. territory of Guam. Behind the Seahawk is a U.S

An F-16 Fighting Falcon pulls high G s
April 1, 2007 - An F-16 Fighting Falcon pulls high Gs while performing the maximum 360-degree turn during the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds

U. S. Soldiers are suspended by a CH-47 Chinook helicopter
February 5, 2013 - U.S. Soldiers with the 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne) are suspended by a CH-47 Chinook helicopter during Special Purpose Insertion Extraction (SPIE)

U. S. Air Force Airmen extinguish a simulated aircraft fire
March 13, 2013 - U.S. Air Force Airmen extinguish a fire as part of their training during the operational readiness exercise on Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona

U. S. Air Force Soldier decontaminates an Airman
June 6, 2007 - U.S. Air Force Soldier decontaminates an Airman after completing the dike, dam, divert and retain practical portion of the Hazmat operations level certification course at the North

U. S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles approach a mission objective in eastern Afghanistan
November 26, 2009 - Two U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles approach a mission objective in eastern Afghanistan

An F-22 Raptor takes off from Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico
An F-22 Raptor from the 49th Fighter Wing takes off on a training mission out of Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico

Aviation Boatswains Mate signals the pilot to lift an F-35B Lightning II off the
Atlantic Ocean, October 4, 2011 - Aviation Boatswains Mate gives the thumbs up for pilot to lift an F-35B Lightning II off the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1)

U. S. Air Force Dornier 328 transiting through Germany
U.S. Air Force Dornier 328 of 524th SOS / 27th SOW transiting through Germany on its way to the Middle East

Crew hand starting the port engine of the DC-3 Bluebonnet Belle
September 24, 1947 - American Air Force Base at Coral Harbor, Nunavut - Crew of the DC-3 Bluebonnet Belle hand starting the port engine after the starter motor had quit

An F-16 Fighting Falcon soars through the sky
After taking on gas from a KC-135 Stratotanker four miles above Iraq, an F-16 Fighting Falcon pulls away to resume its close-air support mission for coalition forces on the ground

A P-51 Mustang taxiing at Vacaville, California

An Italian Air Force AMX fighter landing at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada
August 26, 2009 - An Italian Air Force AMX fighter aircraft lands at Nellis Air Force Base following a Red Flag 09-5 training mission

F / A-18 Hornet taking off of a U. S. Navy aircraft carrier
F/A-18 Hornet taking off of a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier

An F-15 Eagle moves into position for take off
Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, July 16, 2004 - An F-15 Eagle moves into position for take off before a sortie supporting Operation Noble Eagle

Six F-22 Raptors taxi down the runway
August 8, 2007 - Six F-22 Raptors taxi following touchdown at Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska, during a ceremony marking the aircrafts arrival

The engines on a C-17 Globemaster of the U. S. Air Force
The engines on a C-17 Globemaster of the U.S. Air Force, Fairford, United Kingdom

U. S. Air Forces Europe A-10 Thunderbolt II at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany
U.S. Air Forces Europe (USAFE) A-10 Thunderbolt II at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany

U. S. Air Force pararescuemen conducting a pararescue training jump from an HC-130
March 13, 2008 - U.S. Air Force pararescuemen conduct a pararescue training jump from an HC-130 Hercules aircraft over Djibouti

F-16 Fighting Falcons at Kunsan Air Base, South Korea
August 15, 2013 - Maintainers from the 8th Fighter Wing prepare F-16 Fighting Falcons for training flights at Kunsan Air Base, South Korea

U. S. Air Force F-16C landing at Natal Air Force Base, Brazil
U.S. Air Force F-16C from the 140th Fighter Wing Colorado Air National Guard landing at Natal Air Force Base, Brazil

Three U. S. Air Force F-22 Raptors cruise above Nevada
Three U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors cruise above Nevada

Pararescuemen prepare for a HALO jump aboard an HC-130 over Djibouti
Pararescuemen prepare for a High Altitude Low Opening (HALO) jump during a search and rescue training mission aboard an HC-130 over Djibouti in the Horn of Africa

A F-15E Strike Eagle of the U. S. Air Force uses aero braking after landing
A F-15E Strike Eagle of the U.S. Air Force uses aero braking after landing at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

A U. S. Air Force F-16 Thunderbird jet taking off
A U.S. Air Force F-16 Thunderbird jet taking off from Koksijde Air Base, Belgium

Airman performs a pre-flight inspection on a C-130 Hercules
Ramstein Air Base, Germany, September 18, 2008 - United States Air Force Airman performs a pre-flight inspection on a C-130 Hercules

An EA-6B Prowler deploying emergency flares
Pacific Ocean, March 30, 2008 - An EA-6B Prowler deploys emergency flares during an air power demonstration for the crew of the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72)

U. S. Air Force airmen conducting rappelling and fast-roping techniques at Andersen Air Force Base
April 23, 2009 - U.S. Air Force airmen conduct rappelling and fast-roping techniques during their field training exercise at Northwest Field, Andersen Air Force Base, Guam

Santa arrives by a C-130 Hercules
Ramstein Air Base, Germany, December 12, 2004 - Santa arrives by a C-130 Hercules

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"The Mighty US Air Force: A Legacy of Excellence and Innovation" From its humble beginnings to its current position as the world's most dominant air power, the US Air Force has always been at the forefront of aviation technology and military prowess. With a rich history spanning decades, this elite branch continues to inspire awe and admiration. Four Royal Australian Air Force F-111 aircraft soar through the skies, showcasing their sleek design and formidable capabilities. These powerful machines are a testament to international collaboration in defense. Two Royal Australian Air Force F/A-18 Hornets demonstrate their agility and speed, exemplifying the close partnership between nations in ensuring global security. U. S. Air Force C-17 Globemasters gracefully glide through the air, carrying out vital transport missions with precision and efficiency. Their versatility allows for rapid deployment of troops and supplies worldwide. A U. S. Army Air Forces B-29 Superfortress bomber aircraft symbolizes an era when strategic bombing played a crucial role in shaping conflicts around the globe. This iconic plane stands as a reminder of past sacrifices made by brave aviators. Royal Australian Air Force F-111s continue to dominate airspace with their impressive performance capabilities. These cutting-edge jets embody excellence in aerial combat operations. The SR-71B Blackbird streaks across Sierra Nevada Mountains, showcasing unmatched speed that once pushed boundaries during reconnaissance missions at altitudes beyond imagination. PBY Catalina vintage flying boat takes us back in time when these majestic seaplanes were instrumental in maritime surveillance and search-and-rescue operations during World War II. A historic U. S. Army Air Service recruiting poster from 1918 urges aspiring aviators to "Join the Air Service" promising both learning opportunities and financial rewards—an early glimpse into how this branch attracted talent even then. An intriguing photograph captures an intense moment during Cold War tensions—a U. S. Air Force image displaying intermediate-range ballistic missiles (IRBMs) launch site at Guanajay, Cuba in 1962.