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    U.S. Air Force showcases past and present presidential airlift assets at Freedom 250 celebration [Image 8 of 15]

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    A dramatic silhouette photograph captures a military aircraft formation flying over the Washington Monument at dusk or dawn. The formation consists of one large aircraft flanked by four smaller fighter jets against a partially cloudy sky with warm golden backlighting. The image is a striking composition contrasting the iconic obelisk landmark with military air power.

    WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES

    07.04.2026

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    89th Airlift Wing

    Four U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor aircraft, with the F-22 Demonstration Team, escort a VC-25B Bridge aircraft, assigned to the 89th Airlift Wing, over the National Mall in Washington, D.C., during the Freedom 250 celebration, July 4, 2026. The formation demonstrated the precision and readiness of the Air Force enterprise, showcasing the seamless integration of executive airlift and tactical air superiority in support of historic national milestone events. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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    Date Taken: 07.04.2026
    Date Posted: 07.08.2026 10:00
    Photo ID: 9795434
    VIRIN: 260704-F-F3219-1004
    Resolution: 3318x4977
    Size: 2.99 MB
    Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, US
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    Downloads: 3

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    A large commercial aircraft is photographed from directly below as it flies overhead against a blue sky with scattered white clouds. The underside of the plane is fully visible, revealing four jet engines mounted under the wings, indicating a wide-body aircraft. The tail section displays red and dark livery consistent with a major airline.
    A large commercial passenger aircraft is photographed from below against a bright blue sky with white cumulus clouds. The plane appears to be in flight, viewed from a low angle showing its underside, wings, and four engines. The aircraft features a dark fuselage with red nose coloring, suggesting a specific airline livery.
    A large four-engine wide-body aircraft, consistent with a Boeing 747, is photographed from directly below in a head-on perspective as it flies overhead. The aircraft features a distinctive blue and white livery on its upper fuselage, consistent with the appearance of Air Force One. The image is taken against a bright blue sky with scattered white cumulus clouds.
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    A large white and blue Boeing VC-25 (Air Force One) aircraft bearing 'United States' markings and an American flag is flying in formation with four fighter jets. The fighter jets, appearing to be F-22 Raptors, are positioned in pairs above and below the large aircraft. The formation is flying against an overcast, cloudy sky.
    A formation of military aircraft flies over Washington D.C., silhouetted against a dramatic, partially cloudy sky. The formation consists of one large aircraft — likely a tanker or transport — flanked by four smaller fighter jets. The Washington Monument is visible in the lower left as a dark silhouette, providing geographic context.
    A dramatic silhouette photograph captures a military aircraft formation flying over the Washington Monument at dusk or dawn. The formation consists of one large aircraft flanked by four smaller fighter jets against a partially cloudy sky with warm golden backlighting. The image is a striking composition contrasting the iconic obelisk landmark with military air power.
    The image shows a large Boeing 747 aircraft bearing the livery 'United States of America' with a red, white, and gold color scheme, consistent with Air Force One styling. The aircraft is taxiing on an airport tarmac. An American flag is prominently displayed on the tail section.
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    A large Boeing 747 aircraft bearing the livery 'United States of America' is captured during takeoff. The aircraft features a white and red color scheme with gold trim, an American flag on the tail, and a Presidential seal visible on the fuselage. The plane is climbing steeply against a clear blue sky with a tree line visible in the background.
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    An aerial photograph taken from inside an aircraft showing a formation of multiple aircraft flying over an urban area. A large white commercial-style aircraft is flanked by smaller military-style fighter jets in a close escort formation. The cityscape below is partially obscured by haze, with buildings and infrastructure visible.

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