Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team builds partnerships at Avalon Australian International Airshow 2025

  • Published
  • By Tech. Sgt. Peter Reft
  • 35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
AVALON AIRPORT, Australia --  

U.S. Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team members interact with audience members during the Avalon Australian International Airshow at the Avalon Airport, Australia, March 29, 2025. The United States is committed to its allies, partners, and the people of the Indo-Pacific region. Our participation in AVALON 2025 demonstrates this commitment and reinforces our strong relationships with Australia and other partners. 

Fighter jet taxies past a demonstration team formation

250328-F-YW474-1271

U.S. Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team members conduct a ground show performance during the Avalon Australian International Airshow at the Avalon Australian International Airshow, Australia, March 28, 2025. AVALON 2025 enhances interoperability and military cooperation with Australia and regional partners, reinforcing a shared commitment to Indo-Pacific security and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Peter Reft)
Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
SLIDESHOW | 9 images | 250328-F-YW474-1271
Fighter jet taxies past a demonstration team formation

250328-F-YW474-1271

U.S. Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team members conduct a ground show performance during the Avalon Australian International Airshow at the Avalon Australian International Airshow, Australia, March 28, 2025. AVALON 2025 enhances interoperability and military cooperation with Australia and regional partners, reinforcing a shared commitment to Indo-Pacific security and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Peter Reft)

1 of 9
Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
U.S. Airmen and Australian residents and service members engage in conversation

250328-F-YW474-1028

U.S. Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team members interact with audience members and Australian military members during the Avalon Australian International Airshow at the Avalon Airport, Australia, March 28, 2025. The United States is committed to its allies, partners, and the people of the Indo-Pacific region. Our participation in AVALON 2025 demonstrates this commitment and reinforces our strong relationships with Australia and other regional partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Peter Reft)

2 of 9
Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
Airmen and Australians take group photo together

250329-F-YW474-1017

U.S. Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team members interact with audience members during the Avalon Australian International Airshow at the Avalon Airport, Australia, March 29, 2025. The United States is committed to its allies, partners, and the people of the Indo-Pacific region. Our participation in AVALON 2025 demonstrates this commitment and reinforces our strong relationships with Australia and other partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Peter Reft)

3 of 9
Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
Australian service members listen to crew chief brief about a fighter jet

250327-F-YW474-1047

Members of the Royal Australian Air Force and Australian Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting Service receive a tour of a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon with Staff Sgt. Colin “SPAM” Neisius, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team lead crew chief, during the Avalon Australian International Airshow at the Avalon Airport, Australia, March 27, 2025. AVALON 2025 enhances interoperability and military cooperation with Australia and regional partners, reinforcing a shared commitment to Indo-Pacific security and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Peter Reft)

4 of 9
Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
Australian service members listen to crew chief brief about fighter jet

250327-F-YW474-1037

Royal Australian Air Force and Australian Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting Service members receive a tour of a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon with Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team members during the Avalon Australian International Airshow at the Avalon Airport, Australia, March 27, 2025. The U.S.-Australia alliance supports Indo-Pacific security through mutual trust and a commitment to international rules, demonstrated at AVALON 2025 to ensure regional stability and freedom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Peter Reft)

5 of 9
Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
Fighter pilot used hand signals from the cockpit

250328-F-YW474-1183

U.S. Air Force Capt. Ethan “Bantam” Smith, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, signals to his ground crew during ground show performance at the Avalon Australian International Airshow, Australia, March 28, 2025. The U.S. is committed to strengthening alliances and partnerships in the Indo-Pacific, and AVALON 25 provides a key opportunity to enhance interoperability and military cooperation with Australia and regional partners to promote security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Peter Reft)

6 of 9
Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
Fighter jet in front of airshow crowd

250328-F-YW474-1328

U.S. Air Force Capt. Ethan “Bantam” Smith, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, conducts a ground show performance for audience members during the Avalon Australian International Airshow at the Avalon Australian International Airshow, Australia, March 28, 2025. The United States is committed to its allies, partners, and the people of the Indo-Pacific region. Our participation in AVALON 2025 demonstrates this commitment and reinforces our strong relationships with Australia and other regional partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Peter Reft)

7 of 9
Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
Fighter jet climbs straight up into the sky

250327-O-AF000-1013

U.S. Air Force Capt. Ethan “Bantam” Smith, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, performs aerial maneuvers with an F-16 Fighting Falcon during the Avalon Australian International Airshow at the Avalon Airport, Australia, March 27, 2025. U.S. participation in AVALON 25 reaffirms its enduring commitment to peace, stability, and cooperation with allies and partners across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo by Master Sgt. Christian Rodríguez Tañòn)

8 of 9
Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
fighter jet flies through the sky

250329-F-YW474-1123

U.S. Air Force Capt. Ethan “Bantam” Smith, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, performs aerial maneuvers with an F-16 Fighting Falcon during the Avalon Australian International Airshow at the Avalon Airport, Australia, March 29, 2025. The U.S. values its enduring alliance with Australia, and participation in AVALON 25 reinforces its commitment to interoperability, regional cooperation, and a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Peter Reft)

9 of 9
Photo Details / Download Hi-Res