The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform their demonstration at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Mar. 10, 2022. The Thunderbirds require multiple certifications in order to perform at air shows around the world. Receiving COMACC's certification was the final step for the 2022 team to be show ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Andrew D. Sarver)
Former U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff, Gen. (ret.) John Jumper and Gen. Mark Kelly, commander of Air Combat Command, observe the United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform over Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Mar. 10, 2022. The Thunderbirds require multiple certifications in order to perform at air shows around the world. Receiving COMACC’s certification was the final step for the 2022 team to be show ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Breanna Diaz)
Gen. Mark Kelly, commander of Air Combat Command, speaks with Maj. Lauren Schlichting, United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” pilot, and Lt. Col. Justin Elliott, USAFADS “Thunderbirds” commander/leader, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Mar. 10, 2022. The Thunderbirds require multiple certifications in order to perform at air shows around the world. Receiving COMACC’s certification was the final step for the 2022 team to be show ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Laurel Richards)
