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COMACC CERTIFIES THUNDERBIRDS FOR 2022 SHOW SEASON
NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. – The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, known as the “Thunderbirds,” completed their certification for the 2022 show season on March 10. General Mark Kelly, commander of Air Combat Command, certified the Thunderbirds after a rigorous four-month training season. This certification ensures the safety of the team and the maneuvers.
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The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" prepare to fly over Hollywood for the world premiere of the film Captain Marvel March 4, 2019, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. The Thunderbirds are charged with demonstrating the capabilities of the greatest Air Force in the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory Bush)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform at AirVenture 2019 in Oshkosh, Wis., July 25, 2019. The Thunderbirds are the Air Force’s premier jet demonstration team, charged with representing the 685,000 Airmen serving around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ned T. Johnston)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform over Atlantic City, N.J., August 20, 2019. Since 1953, the Thunderbirds team has served as America’s premier air demonstration squadron, entrusted with the vital mission to recruit, retain and inspire past, present and future Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory Bush)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform at The Great Pacific Air Show in Huntington Beach, Calif., Oct. 19, 2018. The Delta is a display of aerial teamwork and the perfect way to close the show and instill patriotic pride. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ned T. Johnston)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ned T. Johnston)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” pilots prepare for an afternoon practice over the Nevada Test & Training Range at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., March 17, 2021. All Thunderbirds’ pilots come from operational combat units and are all highly experienced fighter pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory Bush)

A KC-135 Stratotanker from McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., refuels several F-16 Fighting Falcons from the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" over the Rocky Mountains on August 21, 2019. Since 1953, the Thunderbirds have showcased the pride, precision, and professionalism of the United States Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ned T. Johnston)

A KC-135 Stratotanker from McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., refuels a F-16 Fighting Falcon from the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" August 21, 2019. Together the team has flown more than 13,200 hours in the F-15 Strike Eagle, the F-16 Fighting Falcon and the F-22 Raptor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ned T. Johnston)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform at The Great Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach, Calif., Oct. 10, 2019. The Thunderbirds are the Air Force’s premier jet demonstration team, charged with representing the 685,000 Airmen serving around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ned T. Johnston)

A U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” pilot performs a Diamond Takeoff at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., March 17, 2021. Every Airman who wears the Thunderbirds’ uniform is a military member first and foremost, who is highly trained in a professional Air Force skill. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ned T. Johnston)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform at the Cocoa Beach Air Show in Cocoa Beach, Fla., April 18, 2021. Since 1953, the Thunderbirds team has served as America’s premier air demonstration squadron, entrusted with the vital mission to recruit, retain and inspire past, present, and future Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory Bush)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform at the Cocoa Beach Air Show in Cocoa Beach, Fla., April 18, 2021. The Thunderbirds are charged with demonstrating the capabilities of the greatest Air Force in the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ned T. Johnston)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform at the Cocoa Beach Air Show in Cocoa Beach, Fla., April 18, 2021. The Delta is a display of aerial teamwork and the perfect way to close the show and instill patriotic pride. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ned T. Johnston)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform at the Cocoa Beach, Air Show in Cocoa Beach, Fla. April 18, 2021. Since 1953, the Thunderbirds team has served as America’s premier air demonstration squadron, entrusted with the vital mission to recruit, retain and inspire past, present and future Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory Bush)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform at the Cocoa Beach, Air Show in Cocoa Beach, Fla. April 18, 2021. Since 1953, the Thunderbirds team has served as America’s premier air demonstration squadron, entrusted with the vital mission to recruit, retain and inspire past, present and future Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory Bush)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform at the Cocoa Beach Air Show in Cocoa Beach, Fla., April 18, 2021. Every Airman who wears the Thunderbirds’ uniform is a military member first and foremost, who is highly trained in a professional Air Force skill. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ned T. Johnston)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform at the Cocoa Beach, Air Show in Cocoa Beach, Fla. April 18, 2021. Since 1953, the Thunderbirds team has served as America’s premier air demonstration squadron, entrusted with the vital mission to recruit, retain and inspire past, present and future Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory Bush)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform at the Cocoa Beach Air Show in Cocoa Beach, Fla., April 18, 2021. The Thunderbirds aerial demonstration puts high-performance fighter aircraft as close as 18 inches apart from each other flying roughly 500 miles per hour. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ned T. Johnston)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform at the Cocoa Beach Air Show in Cocoa Beach, Fla., April 18, 2021. The Thunderbirds are the Air Force’s premier jet demonstration team, charged with representing the 693,000 Airmen serving around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ned T. Johnston)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform at the Cocoa Beach, Air Show in Cocoa Beach, Fla. April 18, 2021. Since 1953, the Thunderbirds team has served as America’s premier air demonstration squadron, entrusted with the vital mission to recruit, retain and inspire past, present, and future Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory Bush)

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” fly over New York City, New York, April 28, 2020. The flyover was part of America Strong; a collaborative salute from the Air Force and Navy to recognize healthcare workers, first responders, military, and other essential personnel while standing in solidarity with all Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory Bush)

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” fly over Washington D.C., May 2, 2020. The flyover was part of America Strong; a collaborative salute from the Air Force and Navy to recognize healthcare workers, first responders, military, and other essential personnel while standing in solidarity with all Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ned T. Johnston)

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” fly over San Diego, Calif., May 15, 2020. The flyover was part of America Strong; a collaborative salute from the Air Force and Navy to recognize healthcare workers, first responders, military, and other essential personnel while standing in solidarity with all Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ned T. Johnston)

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” fly over Austin, Texas, May 13, 2020. The flyover was part of America Strong; a collaborative salute from the Air Force and Navy to recognize healthcare workers, first responders, military, and other essential personnel while standing in solidarity with all Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory Bush)

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” fly over San Antonio, May 13, 2020. The flyover was part of America Strong; a collaborative salute from the Air Force and Navy to recognize healthcare workers, first responders, military, and other essential personnel while standing in solidarity with all Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory Bush)

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” fly over Atlanta, Ga., May 2, 2020. The flyover was part of America Strong; a collaborative salute from the Air Force and Navy to recognize healthcare workers, first responders, military, and other essential personnel while standing in solidarity with all Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ned T. Johnston)

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” fly over San Antonio, May 13, 2020. The flyover was part of America Strong; a collaborative salute from the Air Force and Navy to recognize healthcare workers, first responders, military, and other essential personnel while standing in solidarity with all Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory Bush)

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” and U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron “Blue Angels” fly in formation together over the Eastern Seaboard, April 28, 2020. The Thunderbirds and Blue Angels performed a flyover together that was part of America Strong; a collaborative salute from the Air Force and Navy to recognize healthcare workers, first responders, military, and other essential personnel while standing in solidarity with all Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory Bush)

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” recieve fuel over Texas from the 60th Air Mobility from Travis Air Force Base, May 13, 2020. The Thunderbirds performed multiple flyovers in Texas which were part of America Strong; a collaborative salute from the Air Force and Navy to recognize healthcare workers, first responders, military, and other essential personnel while standing in solidarity with all Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory Bush)

