Waving to the crowd, U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Alexander Prevendar, Thunderbird 1/commander, taxis an F-16 to the end of the runway to begin the flight demonstration during the Luke Days 2026 airshow, March 21, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Events like Luke Days 2026 provide a glimpse into the training, preparation and teamwork that allow the joint force to respond quickly and effectively when needed anytime and anywhere. The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" represent the professionalism and training required of Airmen who operate combat aircraft tasked with defending the nation. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Tech. Sgt. Hampton Stramler)
| Date Taken: | 03.21.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 03.22.2026 16:25 |
| Photo ID: | 9578183 |
| VIRIN: | 260321-Z-VM870-1014 |
| Resolution: | 7286x4860 |
| Size: | 3.8 MB |
| Location: | LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, ARIZONA, US |
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