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    Thunder air show features Kentucky Air Guard, P-51s [Image 3 of 19]

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    A USAF C-130 Hercules military transport aircraft is photographed from below against an overcast sky. The aircraft appears to be conducting an airdrop operation, with what appear to be paratroopers or cargo items visible falling behind the aircraft. At least two objects with small deployment chutes are visible trailing the aircraft.

    LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES

    04.17.2021

    Photo by Dale Greer 

    123rd Airlift Wing

    Members of the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Special Tactics Squadron execute a high-altitude, low-opening parachute jump into Bowman Field in Louisville, Ky., April 17, 2021 to open the Thunder Over Louisville air show. The annual event featured more than 20 military and civilian aircraft. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Dale Greer)

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    Date Taken: 04.17.2021
    Date Posted: 04.19.2021 08:52
    Photo ID: 6605819
    VIRIN: 210417-Z-VT419-0165
    Resolution: 2895x2316
    Size: 1.66 MB
    Location: LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY, US
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    Downloads: 11

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    The image shows six parachutists descending through an overcast, pale blue-grey sky. The figures are silhouetted at a significant distance, making individual details indistinguishable. The spacing between jumpers suggests a coordinated military or training jump operation.
    The image shows four parachutists descending through a clear, overcast sky using ram-air style parachutes in a teal/dark green color. The jumpers appear to be in military or tactical gear, suggesting a military airborne operation or training exercise. The parachutes are fully deployed and the jumpers are at varying altitudes.
    A USAF C-130 Hercules military transport aircraft is photographed from below against an overcast sky. The aircraft appears to be conducting an airdrop operation, with what appear to be paratroopers or cargo items visible falling behind the aircraft. At least two objects with small deployment chutes are visible trailing the aircraft.
    A parachutist descends using a military-style gray/olive parachute while towing a large Kentucky state flag. The flag displays the Commonwealth of Kentucky seal with the motto 'United We Stand, Divided We Fall' on a blue background. The scene appears to be part of a ceremonial or airshow demonstration against a pale blue sky.
    A parachutist descends under a gray/blue military-style ram-air parachute while carrying a large American flag. The flag is fully deployed and billowing in the wind, displaying clearly visible stars and stripes. This appears to be a ceremonial or demonstration jump, likely at a patriotic or military event.
    A parachutist descends under a large dark gray/olive ram-air canopy while carrying a large blue state flag of Kentucky. The flag displays the Commonwealth of Kentucky seal with the motto 'United We Stand, Divided We Fall' visible on the blue field. The image appears to be taken during a ceremonial or sporting event parachute demonstration.
    A skydiver is descending with a dark gray parachute canopy while carrying a large American flag. The jump appears to be taking place over a flat, open airfield with trees and a small building visible in the background. The scene suggests a ceremonial or demonstration skydive, likely at an air show or patriotic event.
    A twin-engine aircraft painted in a striking black and red color scheme with scalloped wing edge decorations is performing an aerobatic maneuver, appearing to be in a banked or inverted position. The aircraft is emitting white smoke trails from two points, suggesting it is part of an airshow performance. Green deciduous trees are visible along the bottom of the frame against a clear blue sky.
    A United States Army Black Hawk helicopter (UH-60) is captured in low-level flight, moving at speed over a grassy airfield. The aircraft is painted in a dark olive/black military finish and bears 'UNITED STATES ARMY' markings on the fuselage. The image uses a panning technique, creating motion blur in the background while keeping the helicopter relatively sharp.
    A United States Army CH-47 Chinook tandem-rotor helicopter is captured in low hover or during takeoff/landing over a paved airfield. The aircraft is painted in olive drab green and bears 'UNITED STATES ARMY' markings on its fuselage. The background shows a tree line with early spring foliage and a clear overcast sky.
    A dark navy blue World War II-era torpedo bomber aircraft is captured in flight against an overcast gray sky. The aircraft displays the number '53' on its fuselage and features a spinning propeller, indicating active flight. It appears to be a restored warbird, likely participating in an airshow based on its pristine condition and visible insignia.
    A vintage World War II-era U.S. Navy torpedo bomber, identified as a Grumman TBF/TBM Avenger, is captured in flight against an overcast sky. The aircraft is painted in dark navy blue and displays U.S. military insignia including a white star-and-bar roundel on the fuselage. It appears to be part of a Commemorative Air Force display, with the number '53' visible on the nose.
    A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III military cargo aircraft is photographed in flight from a low angle against an overcast sky. The aircraft is in a banking maneuver, revealing its underside and wing configuration. Navigation lights are visibly illuminated on the wingtips and fuselage.
    A restored North American P-51 Mustang fighter aircraft named 'Swamp Fox' is captured during takeoff or landing on a grass-bordered runway. The aircraft features a polished natural metal finish with distinctive red and yellow checkered nose art and yellow tail markings. The spinning propeller is visible as a motion blur arc, indicating the engine is at high power.
    A polished aluminum North American P-51D Mustang fighter aircraft is captured in flight against an overcast sky. The aircraft bears the nose art name 'Swamp Fox' with a red and yellow checkered cowling pattern, USAAF markings, and the unit code 'C5-A' on the fuselage. The serial number 415660 is visible on the yellow tail, identifying this as a restored or airworthy warbird, likely displayed at an airshow.
    Two World War II-era North American P-51 Mustang fighter aircraft flying in close formation against an overcast sky. The upper aircraft bears the markings 'C5-A' with nose art reading 'Swamp Fox' and a yellow-checkered red spinner, while the lower aircraft is marked 'A4-2' with 'TUSKEGEE' written on the fuselage and features a distinctive red tail and spinner associated with the Tuskegee Airmen. Both aircraft appear to be restored warbirds likely performing at an airshow.
    Two World War II-era P-51 Mustang fighter aircraft are flying in close formation against an overcast sky. The upper aircraft is named 'Swamp Fox' with code 'C5-A' and serial number 415660, featuring a checkered yellow-and-red nose. The lower aircraft is marked 'Tuskegee Airmen' with code 'A4-2' and displays the distinctive red tail associated with the 332nd Fighter Group.
    A United States Air Force (USAF) military transport aircraft, identifiable as a C-130 Hercules, is photographed from below at a low angle while in flight. The aircraft is painted in a gray military finish and displays 'USAF' markings on the tail fin along with an American flag insignia. All four turboprop engines are visibly spinning, indicating active flight.
    A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refueling aircraft is photographed from below against a pale blue sky. The aircraft has its refueling boom extended downward, and a second smaller aircraft is visible beneath it in a receiving position. The image captures an aerial refueling operation in progress.

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