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    104th Fighter Wing hosts base tour for PNCU and Pratt and Whitney [Image 11 of 12]

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    A military pilot in an olive green flight suit is briefing two civilian visitors inside an aircraft hangar, gesturing toward a parked F-35 Lightning II stealth fighter jet. The aircraft is fitted with red 'Remove Before Flight' safety covers and tags on various components. The setting appears to be an official tour or familiarization event at a military air base.

    WESTFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS, UNITED STATES

    08.25.2026

    Photo by Jerry Hewitt 

    104th Fighter Wing

    U.S. Air Force 1LT Benjamin Fischer, 131st Fighter Squadron pilot, talks about the F-35A Lightning II in front of a static display to members from Polish National Credit Union (PNCU) and Pratt and Whitney, Barnes Air National Guard Base, Westfield, Mass., August 25, 2026.

    Hosting base tours enhances the community’s understanding of the 104th Fighter Wing mission while highlighting how the wing supports and strengthens the local community.

    (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Jay Hewitt)

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    Date Taken: 08.25.2026
    Date Posted: 09.13.2026 13:03
    Photo ID: 9920114
    VIRIN: 260825-Z-DY432-1224
    Resolution: 2400x1714
    Size: 895.4 KB
    Location: WESTFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS, US
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    A person wearing a military flight suit with a patch on the back is presenting or speaking to a small group of civilians seated at desks in what appears to be a modern classroom or briefing room. The audience of approximately six people is attentively listening to the presenter. The setting features industrial-style exposed ceiling infrastructure with blue beams and a ceiling-mounted display screen.
    A group of people are gathered in what appears to be a conference or training room, examining a specialized helmet or breathing apparatus. A woman in a red top is holding and inspecting a complex black helmet with attached hoses and a visor, while a woman in a maroon polo shirt with a name badge looks on. Several other attendees are seated at tables in the background, observing the demonstration.
    A military pilot in an olive green flight suit is conversing with a small group of civilians on what appears to be an airport tarmac or airfield. The pilot, wearing sunglasses and a squadron patch on his arm, appears to be gesturing and explaining something to the group. The setting suggests a military open house, air show, or VIP visit event.
    A group of spectators wearing hearing protection observe a military stealth fighter jet, consistent with an F-35 Lightning II, taxiing on a runway. The scene appears to be at an airshow or military base open house event on a sunny day. At least one spectator is photographing the aircraft with a camera.
    A group of spectators stands on an airport tarmac watching a military jet aircraft in flight overhead. The observers are facing away from the camera, with several shielding their eyes or raising hands as they track the aircraft against a partly cloudy blue sky. The setting appears to be an airfield observation event or air show.
    A dark-colored F-35 stealth fighter jet is captured in flight against a partly cloudy blue sky. The aircraft displays 'TX' tail code markings, indicating it belongs to a Texas-based unit, likely Luke Air Force Base or NAS JRB Fort Worth. The engine afterburner is visibly ignited, producing an orange flame at the rear of the aircraft.
    A single stealth fighter jet, consistent with an F-35 Lightning II, is captured in flight against a partly cloudy blue sky. The aircraft appears to be in level flight or a slight climb, with visible vapor trails streaming from its wingtips. The image was taken from a ground-level perspective looking upward.
    The image shows a modern stealth fighter jet, consistent with an F-35 Lightning II, flying in the foreground against a partly cloudy sky. A second, smaller aircraft is visible in the distant background to the left. The scene appears to be an airshow or military flight demonstration.
    A single stealth fighter jet, consistent with an F-35 Lightning II, is captured in flight against a partly cloudy blue sky. The aircraft is photographed from a slightly low angle, showing its distinctive stealthy profile with twin canted tail fins and a single-seat cockpit. The image appears to have been taken at an airshow or during a demonstration flight.
    A group of civilians is viewing a military fighter jet, identified by the number '5954' on its fuselage, inside a large aircraft hangar. The aircraft appears to be an F-35 Lightning II based on its distinctive stealth geometry and canopy design. The visitors are standing behind a rope barrier while what appears to be a military personnel member in flight suit stands nearby, suggesting an organized tour or public outreach event.
    A military pilot in an olive green flight suit is briefing two civilian visitors inside an aircraft hangar, gesturing toward a parked F-35 Lightning II stealth fighter jet. The aircraft is fitted with red 'Remove Before Flight' safety covers and tags on various components. The setting appears to be an official tour or familiarization event at a military air base.
    A military pilot in a flight suit is briefing a small group of civilians and at least one other uniformed personnel inside an aircraft hangar. The briefing is taking place in front of an F-35 Lightning II stealth fighter jet, with a banner visible reading '104th Fighter Wing'. This appears to be an official tour or familiarization event at a military installation.

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