A KC-135 Stratotanker from McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., refuels several F-16 Fighting Falcons from The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" over the midwest August 21, 2019. The Thunderbirds were returning home after an air show in Rochester, NY. Since 1953, the Thunderbirds team has served as America’s premier air demonstration squadron, entrusted with the vital mission to recruit, retain and inspire past, present and future Airmen. (U.S. Air Force Photo/SSgt Cory W. Bush)
Maj. Michelle Curran, United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" opposing solo pilot, gives a high five to a child after the Rochester International Air Show Aug. 25, 2019, in Rochester, New York. This is Curran's first year with the team. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andrew D. Sarver)
United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" line up to meet with spectators and sign autographs after the Rochester International Air Show Aug. 25, 2019, in Rochester, New York. Although there are more than 120 members on the team, less than 70 will travel to each air show. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andrew D. Sarver)
