Photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo | 86th Airlift Wing | 06.07.2024
A Douglas C-47 Skytrain aircraft flies during a commemorative flyover at Omaha Beach marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day at Normandy, France, June 7, 2024. On June 6, 1944, strength of alliance, dedicated resolve and a multi-national, multi-domain operation won the day. Overall, the successful Allied landings created the basis for Europe’s future stability, as well as the reality that......
Photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo | 86th Airlift Wing | 06.07.2024
A teddy bear dressed in WWII-era military attire sits on the front dash of a Douglas C-47 Skytrain aircraft during the 80th anniversary of D-Day, while flying over the beaches of Normandy, France, June 7, 2024. Overall, World War II remains an enduring historic reminder of how allies sharing a common purpose and vision forge proven partnerships and reinforce bonds that remain to this day.......
Photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo | 86th Airlift Wing | 06.07.2024
Two Douglas C-47 Skytrain aircraft pilots fly during a commemorative flyover at Omaha Beach marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day at Normandy, France, June 7, 2024. The sacrifices made by the U.S, military and Allies during World War II serve as a poignant reminder of the importance of solidarity in times of adversity. It is through our collective action and unwavering determination that we......
Photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo | 86th Airlift Wing | 06.07.2024
A Douglas C-47 Skytrain aircraft flies over the beaches of Normandy, France, marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day, June 7, 2024. Eighty years later, the bravery and heroism by all Allies and U.S. forces during World War II continue to resonate around the world – as today’s Alliance remains steadfast in its commitment to global peace and security. We honor those in whose footsteps we......
Photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo | 86th Airlift Wing | 06.07.2024
A Douglas C-47 Skytrain aircraft flies over the beaches of Normandy, France, marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day, June 7, 2024. By never forgetting what happened here eight decades ago, we pay fitting tribute to the D-Day and World War II veterans as we preserve their heritage to secure a future of peace and security in the Euro-Atlantic area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar......
Photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo | 86th Airlift Wing | 06.07.2024
A Douglas C-47 Skytrain aircraft participates in a commemorative formation during D-Day 80 in honor of the 80th anniversary of Operation Overlord, more commonly known as D-Day, at Normandy, France, June 6, 2024. On June 6, 1944, strength of alliance, dedicated resolve and a multi-national, multi-domain operation won the day. Overall, the successful Allied landings created the basis for......
Photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo | 86th Airlift Wing | 06.07.2024
Aircrew members conduct pre-flight inspections on a Douglas C-47 Skytrain aircraft as it prepares to fly over the beaches of Normandy, France at Cherbourg – Maupertus Airport, France, June 7, 2024. The sacrifices made by the U.S. military and Allies during World War II serve as a poignant reminder of the importance of solidarity in times of adversity. It is through our collective action and......
Photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo | 86th Airlift Wing | 06.07.2024
A Douglas C-47 Skytrain aircraft flies during a commemorative flyover at Omaha Beach marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day at Normandy, France, June 7, 2024. On June 6, 1944, strength of alliance, dedicated resolve and a multi-national, multi-domain operation won the day. Overall, the successful Allied landings created the basis for Europe’s future stability, as well as the reality that......