The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" flew NASCAR driver Matt Dibenedetto, Daniel Suarez and NASCAR president Steve Phelps in the days prior to the Daytona 500 on Feb. 13-14, 2019, at Daytona Beach, FL. 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)
Airmen assigned to the United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" visit cadets at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University on Feb. 13, 2019, at Daytona Beach, FL. While on the road for airshows or flyovers, the Thunderbirds often visit local schools and hospitals to inspire the youth and cheer up those going through tough times. 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)