U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self Defense Force demonstrations teams in a group photo
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Checking out aircraft differences

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Emily Wall, Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team crew chief, front, talks with Staff Sgt. Dane Pendzinski, Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team crew chief, about mechanical differences between Misawa Air Base, Japan, F-16 Fighting Falcons and Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, F-16 aircraft at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, June 26, 2018. Eielson AFB provided additional contracted members who specialize on the Alaskan-prepared jet and worked together with the PACAF Demo Team crew to ensure continuity and reliability of aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Stunner shades spectating special performance

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team and from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, watch an aerobatic practice prior to Arctic Thunder 2018, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, June 26, 2018. The PACAF Demo Team worked hand-in-hand with Eielson AFB to perform at the air show while saving thousands of taxpayer dollars. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Blast off into the speed of light

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jake Impellizzeri, the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, blasts off into the sky for an Arctic Thunder 2018 demonstration practice. During practices, pilots run through their list of movements to ensure quality of execution on performance day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Twisting and turning

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jake Impellizzeri, the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, executes an aerobatic maneuver during a demonstration practice for Arctic Thunder 2018, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, June 26, 2018. Arctic Thunder, also known as the Arctic Thunder Open House, is a biennial event, which provides an opportunity to share aspects of military life and operations with Anchorage and the greater Alaskan community, who support the base’s ability to protect the U.S. and engage overseas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Landing time

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jake Impellizzeri, the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, begins a landing descent during an aerobatic practice for Arctic Thunder 2018, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, June 26, 2018. Approximately 320,000 attended the air show, observing more than seven hours of aerial demonstration as well as 40 state aircraft displays. Arctic Thunder, also known as the Arctic Thunder Open House, is a biennial event, which provides an opportunity to share aspects of military life and operations with the community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Preparing to return home

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Steven Pedrick, a Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team crew chief, uses hand signals to communicate with Capt. Phil Bourquin, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 pilot, prior to takeoff from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, June 4, 2018. The team's purpose is to strengthen the U.S. relationship with countries in the Indo-Pacific region through demonstrations and interactions with airshow guests. The PACAF F-16 Demonstration Team's next performance is in Anchorage, Alaska. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Starstruck

Capt. Phil Bourquin, a Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team safety observer, prepares to sign a child’s hat during the Hofu Air Show at Hofu-kita Air Base, Japan, June 3, 2018. For some of the air show attendees, this was their first interaction with Americans. One of the PACAF F-16 Demo Team's priorities is to make personal contact with local nationals on and off the flight line, establishing positive relationships throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Hello down there

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jacob Impellizzeri, the Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team pilot, waves to the crowd during the Hofu Air Show at Hofu-kita Air Base, Japan, June 3, 2018. Impellizzeri performed 14 maneuvers during the 15-minute display of the F-16's capabilities. These demonstrations allow the team to showcase the jet’s capabilities and engage local communities throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Laughter between strangers

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Mario Perez, a Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team avionics technician, and an attendee of the Hofu Air Show laugh after taking a photo together at Hofu-kita Air Base, Japan, June 3, 2018. Interacting with the community is one aspect of the team's overall mission, the other being a display of the F-16's air power. In conjunction with the show schedule, team members also support of the 35th Fighter Wing's mission on a day-to-day basis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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My right your left

Members of the Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team, conduct a ground performance prior to takeoff for the Hofu Air Show practice at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, June 1, 2018. Due to the runway being too short for the F-16 Fighting Falcon to takeoff and land, the show was staged, meaning the jet launched from a different location than where the air show took place. The team includes one pilot, two narrators, one safety observer, a superintendent and a maintenance team composed of three crew chiefs and four specialists, responsible for the aircraft's avionics and electrical systems and engine. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Cleaning the canopy

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dane Pendzinski, a Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team crew chief, cleans the canopy prior to a demonstration flight at the 42nd Annual Friendship Day air show at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 5, 2018. The event brought performances from across U.S. and Japan military branches, including the U.S. Army Golden Knights aerial parachute demonstration team, Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2 demonstration team and several U.S. Marine Corps aerial performers and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Preparing for takeoff

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jacob Impellizzeri, the incoming Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team pilot, prepares to taxi prior to a demonstration flight at the 42nd Annual Friendship Day air show at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 5, 2018. After months of rigorous training, Impellizzeri officially became the PACAF F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team pilot on April 29, when the PACAF commander certified his flight. Friendship Day was his first air show performance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Signing autographs

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jacob Impellizzeri, the incoming Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team pilot, signs a bag at the 42nd Annual Friendship Day air show at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 5, 2018. Averaging more than 10 performances a year across the Indo-Pacific region, the demonstration team’s priorities are to showcase dedication to the Air Force and PACAF mission, represent the unparalleled cooperation between the U.S. and its allies and inspire future leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Watching performances

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jacob Impellizzeri, the incoming Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team pilot, watches performances at the 42nd Annual Friendship Day air show at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 5, 2018. The event brought performances from across U.S. and Japan military branches, including the U.S. Army Golden Knights aerial parachute demonstration team, Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2 demonstration team and several U.S. Marine Corps aerial performers and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Saying ‘hello’ to the crowds

Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team Airmen wave to the crowd after a demonstration flight at the 42nd Annual Friendship Day air show at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 5, 2018. Averaging more than 10 performances a year across the Indo-Pacific region, the demonstration team’s priorities are to showcase dedication to the Air Force and PACAF mission, represent the unparalleled cooperation between the U.S. and its allies and inspire future leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Saying goodbye

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Steven Pedrick, a Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team crew chief, pours water on Maj. Richard Smeeding, the outgoing PACAF F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team pilot, after his final demonstration flight at the 42nd Annual Friendship Day air show at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 5, 2018. After two years of being the demonstration pilot, Smeeding began training his replacement, Capt. Jacob Impellizzeri, three months ago. Friendship Day was Smeeding’s last performance and Impellizzeri’s first air show. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Signaling to the pilot

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Steven Pedrick, a Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team crew chief, signals to Capt. Jacob Impellizzeri, the incoming PACAF F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team pilot, prior to a flight at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 4, 2018. The team consists of three crew chiefs, a superintendent, an electrical and engineering specialist, two avionics specialists and an engines specialist, a demonstration pilot and a safety observer who travel across the Indo-Pacific, showcasing the capabilities of the F-16. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Practice day at MCAS Iwakuni

U.S. Air Force crew chiefs assigned to the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team conduct post-flight checks after a demonstration flight at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 4, 2018. The team consists of three crew chiefs, a superintendent, an electrical and engineering specialist, two avionics specialists and an engines specialist, a demonstration pilot and a safety observer who travel across the Indo-Pacific, showcasing the capabilities of the F-16. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Post-flight checks

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Steven Pedrick, a Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team crew chief, conducts post-flight checks after a demonstration flight at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 4, 2018. Averaging more than 10 performances a year across the Indo-Pacific region, the demonstration team’s priorities are to showcase dedication to the Air Force and PACAF mission, represent the unparalleled cooperation between the U.S. and its allies and inspire future leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Watching the competition

Service members and Hirosaki orphans attend a Pacific Air Force F-16 Demonstration Team performance at Misawa Air Base, Japan, August 11, 2017, during exercise Northern Viper 2017. The PACAF F-16 Demo Team is comprised of members from 13th Fighter Squadron, 14th FS and 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. NV17 tests the interoperability and bilateral capability of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force and U.S. Marine Corps forces to work together and provides the opportunity to conduct realistic training in an unfamiliar environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Andy Martinez)
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