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030526-F-IA158-1514

U.S. Air Force Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of Air Combat Command, provides encouraging remarks to members of the USAF Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 5, 2026. Spain’s certification is the culmination of the Thunderbirds’ rigorous four-month winter training, a period of relentless preparation spanning four locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Foster)
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030526-F-IA158-1234

Maintenance personnel assigned to the United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" prepare aircraft for the team’s certification at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 5, 2026. The certification signals the official transition from winter training to the 2026 air show season, authorizing the team to perform for public audiences across the nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Foster)
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030526-F-IA158-2700

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform maneuvers for leaders of Air Combat Command, the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center and 57th Fighter Wing at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 5, 2026. With all certifications complete,” America’s Team” can officially begin their 2026 season at Luke AFB on March 21 and 22. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Foster)
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030526-F-IA158-2908

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Tyler Clark, Thunderbird 4/Slot Pilot assigned to the USAF Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds,” right, introduces his son to Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of Air Combat Command, following the team’s certification at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 5, 2026. Spain and the FAA have officially certified the Thunderbirds’ demonstration for the 2026 air show season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Foster)
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030526-F-IA158-2907

U.S. Air Force Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of Air Combat Command, right, and Brig. Gen. David Epperson, commander of the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center, evaluate the United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” performance at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 26, 2026. Spain’s certification is the culmination of the Thunderbirds’ rigorous four-month winter training, a period of relentless preparation spanning four locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Foster)
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030526-F-IA158-2354

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform their “Low Bomb Burst” manuever during the team’s certification at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 5, 2026. To prepare for the certification, the Thunderbirds conducted a rigorous training season, including two months of training at the team’s home station, Nellis Air Force Base, before the full-scale deployment of roughly 70 team members, nine F-16’s, and equipment across three locations: Spaceport America, New Mexico; Edwards AFB, California; and Naval Air Facility El Centro, California. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Foster)
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260227-F-ST683-1150

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Austin Davis, a dedicated crew chief assigned to the 857th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, stands in front of the heritage tail he designed on an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 16th Weapons Squadron, U.S. Air Force Weapons School, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 27, 2026. Davis’ design incorporates the 857th AMXS shield and pilot’s spear, representing the professional partnership and trust shared between pilots and maintainers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)
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260227-F-ST683-1145

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Anthony Norman, commander of the 16th Weapons Squadron, U.S. Air Force Weapons School, gives remarks during a dedicated crew chief ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 27, 2026. The ceremony recognized Airmen for their dedication to the 857th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron mission and their selection as dedicated crew chiefs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)
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260227-F-ST683-1099

The heritage tail of a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 16th Weapons Squadron, U.S. Air Force Weapons School, is unveiled at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 27, 2026. The heritage tail, unveiled on aircraft 416, serves as a tribute to the legacy of the 857th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and the mission of the 16th Weapons Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)
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260227-F-ST683-1068

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 857th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 16th Weapons Squadron, applaud the reveal of a new heritage tail on an F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft during a dedicated crew chief ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 27, 2026. The 857th AMXS provides critical maintenance for F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft, including those from the 16th Weapons Squadron, to support rapid, combat-ready training for the U.S. Air Force Weapons School. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)
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260227-F-ST683-1031

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 857th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron attend a dedicated crew chief ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 27, 2026. The ceremony recognized crew chiefs for their dedication to the 857th AMXS mission, providing precision maintenance and sustainment of combat-ready F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft to support the squadron’s fleet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)
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Tomahawk AMU: Catch and release

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Geraldo Pimentel, a dedicated crew chief assigned to the 857th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, inspects the exhaust of an F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 16th Weapons Squadron (WPS), U.S. Air Force Weapons School, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 24, 2026. The 857th AMXS supports maintenance of aircraft assigned to the 16th WPS, to include aircraft servicing, before and after flight inspections, launch and recovery, munitions loading, and any unscheduled maintenance requirements that occur. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)
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Tomahawk AMU: Catch and release

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gregory Chastang, a crew chief assigned to the 857th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, checks tool inventory after conducting a post-flight maintenance on an F-16C Fighting Falcon at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 24, 2026. Consistent maintenance of aircraft allows for larger sortie generations, enabling pilots and aircrew to train day and night. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)
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Tomahawk AMU: Catch and release

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gregory Chastang, a crew chief assigned to the 857th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, reviews aircraft recovery procedures during a post-flight inspection of an F-16C Fighting Falcon at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 24, 2026. Consistent maintenance of aircraft allows for larger sortie generations, enabling pilots and aircrew to train day and night. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)
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Tomahawk AMU: Catch and release

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gregory Chastang, a crew chief assigned to the 857th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, conducts a post-flight inspection on an F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 16th Weapons Squadron, U.S. Air Force Weapons School, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 24, 2026. Members of the 857th AMXS performed pre- and post-flight inspections, and launch and recovery for F-16Cs following a mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)
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Tomahawk AMU: Catch and release

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gregory Chastang, a crew chief assigned to the 857th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, marshals an F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 16th Weapons Squadron (WPS), U.S. Air Force Weapons School at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 24, 2026. The 857th AMXS supports maintenance of aircraft assigned to the 16th WPS, to include aircraft servicing, before and after flight inspections, launch and recovery, munitions loading, and any unscheduled maintenance requirements that occur. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)
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Tomahawk AMU: Catch and release

A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 16th Weapons Squadron (WPS), U.S. Air Force Weapons School, taxis following a mission on Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 24, 2026. The 16th WPS specializes in advanced graduate-level training for F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots through its weapons instructor course. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)
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Tomahawk AMU: Catch and release

A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 16th Weapons Squadron, U.S. Air Force Weapons School (USAFWS), taxis following a mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 24, 2026. The USAFWS trains tactical experts and leaders to control and exploit air, space and cyber on behalf of the joint force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)
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Tomahawk AMU: Catch and release

U.S. Airmen assigned to 857th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron conduct maintenance on an F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 16th Weapons Squadron, U.S. Air Force Weapons School, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 24, 2026. Members of the 857th AMXS performed pre- and post-flight inspections, and launch and recovery following a mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)
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Nellis AFB suspends Trusted Traveler Program

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Bolarinwa Odusanya, 99th Security Forces Squadron installation entry controller, verifies identification while wearing an Acclimate Cooling System vest at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Sept. 26, 2025. The vest is an active cooling device designed for operators in extreme environments to enhance performance and reduce heat-related injuries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Timothy Perish)
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