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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

Republic of Singapore nationals watch a Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team aerial performance at the 2018 Singapore International Airshow, Feb. 7, 2018. The airshow provided the U.S. an opportunity to meet face-to-face with international partners, reaffirming their commitment to their allies in the Indo-Pacific region. Maintaining regional stability requires the participation of allies and partners to build strong relationships and promote a capacity for security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Maj. Richard Smeeding, the Pacific Air Forces' F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, deploys a flare during the 2018 Singapore International Airshow at the Changi Exhibition Center, Singapore, Feb. 8, 2018. The demonstration team travels to various countries in the Indo-Pacific region to strengthen the U.S.' international partnerships through aerial performances. The demo team performed for approximately 100,000 spectators and showcased the F-16 Fighting Falcon's tactical flexibility and power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Capt. Dave Neville, a Pacific Air Forces' F-16 Demonstration Team safety observer, talks with Swiss Air Force Brig. Gen. Warner Epper, the Swiss Air Force deputy commander, at Changi Exhibition Center, Feb. 6, 2018. The U.S. Air Force attended the 2018 Singapore International Airshow to display aircraft and strengthen international relationships. The biennial event entertained approximately 100,000 attendees who had the opportunity to view aerial demonstrations and static displays from various countries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Col. Christopher Davis, a U.S. Embassy Air Attaché representative, speaks with Republic of Singapore Air Force Brig. Gen. Boon-Kim Tan, an Embassy of the Republic of Singapore Naval and Air Attaché defense representative, during the 2018 Singapore International Airshow, at the Changi Exhibition Center, Singapore, Feb. 7, 2018. Along with U.S. Embassy representatives, many other international representatives attended the airshow to reinforce international partnerships while showcasing their aircraft. Approximately 50 countries and foreign delegations participated in the airshow, encouraging regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

Two Republic of Singapore Air Force F-16s and an F-15 deploy smoke tanks during an aerial performance at Changi Exhibition Center, Singapore, Feb. 4, 2018. The airshow is a biennial international event focused on strengthening the partnership between the U.S. and Singapore as well as among the international community. A multitude of countries highlighted their latest aircraft for attendees to watch perform, and included tours of various static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Capt. Dave Neville, a Pacific Air Forces' F-16 Demonstration Team safety observer, talks with Maj. Richard Smeeding, the PACAF F-16 Demonstration Team pilot at Changi Exhibition Center, Singapore, Feb. 5, 2018. Safety observers ensure pilots are at a safe distance from the crowd when performing aerial maneuvers. Demonstrations and static displays of various U.S. aircraft showcased the capabilities the U.S. brings to the Indo-Pacific theater at the 2018 Singapore International Airshow. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Byron Cole, the Pacific Air Forces' F-16 Demonstration Team lead crew chief, removes an angle of attack probe cover at Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore, Feb. 3, 2018. The demo team consists of 10 personnel from different aircraft maintenance sections who ensure all mechanics of the jet are primed for executing aerial maneuvers during an air show. the 2018Singapore International Air Show provided an opportunity for the U.S. to demonstrate its combat capabilities to approximately 100,000 attendees. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgts. Charlie Bolles, left, Steven Pedrick, center, and Zachary Latoski, Pacific Air Forces' F-16 Demonstration Team members, initiate a pre-flight check prior to take off at Paya Lebar Air Base, Feb. 3, 2018. To ensure the F-16 Fighting Falcon’s safe performance, the demo team executes pre-flight and post-flight inspections, checking for any mechanical errors. The demo team traveled to countries in the Indo-Pacific region, displaying the swift agility of the F-16 at 13 airshows in 2017. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Steven Pedrick, a Pacific Air Forces' F-16 Demonstration Team crew chief, dons a PACAF F-16 Demonstration Team patch at Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore, Feb. 3, 2018. Along with building partnerships, the 2018Singapore International Air Show provided an opportunity for the U.S. to demonstrate its combat capabilities to approximately 100,000 attendees. The U.S. Air Force also furthered military-to-military relationships by engaging with international leaders face-to-face during the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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