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2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform a pass over the crowd during the 2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 1. The Thunderbirds, based out of Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., are the Air Force’s premier aerial demonstration team, performing at air shows and special events worldwide. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Joseph A. Pagán Jr.)

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2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow

Members of the Canadian Forces SkyHawks descend from the sky during the 2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 1. The team takes great pride in showcasing the professionalism, dedication and teamwork it takes to be part of Canada’s military. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Curt Beach)

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2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow

A U.S. Air Force Thunderbird soars through the sky during the 2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 1. The mission of the Thunderbirds is to plan and present precision aerial maneuvers to exhibit the capabilities of modern high performance aircraft and the high degree of professional skill required to operate such aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Curt Beach)

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2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow

The Shockwave Jet Truck emits a blast of fire during the 2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 30. Shockwave is a tractor-trailer rig equipped with three Pratt & Whitney J34-48 jet engines producing 36,000 horsepower. Capable of speeds up to 376 mph, Shockwave is the Guinness Book of World Records record holder for the fastest truck in the world. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Joseph Raatz)

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2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow

Spectators enjoy performances while staying cool underneath a F-15E Strike Eagle static display during the 2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 30. Held for the first time in 1933, the Barksdale Air Force Base air show is a full weekend of military and civilian aircraft and performances and displays. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman Alexis C. Frost)

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2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow

A member of the Canadian SkyHawks team shows children how he folds his parachute during the 2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 30. The SkyHawks are the Canadian Armed Forces parachute demonstration team and have done more than 5,000 successful jumps. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman Alexis C. Frost)

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2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow

Capt. Sara Harper, U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron public affairs officer, Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., signs autographs for cadets from the Louisiana Wing of the Civil Air Patrol during the 2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 1. Harper, or Thunderbird 12, is responsible for the team’s marketing, recruiting and publicity programs. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Joseph A. Pagán Jr.)

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2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow

Scott Yoak prepares to take off in a P-51 Mustang during the 2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 30. The Mustang was the first U.S.-built fighter to fly over Europe after the fall of France in World War II. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Jannelle Dickey)

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2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow

A member of the Canadian Forces SkyHawks performs during the 2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 30. The team takes great pride in showcasing the professionalism, dedication and teamwork it takes to be part of Canada’s military. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Jannelle Dickey)

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2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow

A member of the SkyHawks, a Canadian Forces parachute team, jumps out of a SC-7 Skyvan during the 2016 Defenders of Liberty Air Show at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 30. The SkyHawks are Canada’s only military parachute demonstration team. For over 40 years, they have represented Canada and the Canadian Armed Forces to over 75 million spectators worldwide under their signature Canadian flag parachutes. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Mozer O. Da Cunha)

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2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow

Families and friends enjoy the 2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 30. The air show boasted a variety of aircraft performances and displays as well as inflatables for children. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Luke Hill)

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2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow

A child pretends to be a pilot in a biplane during the 2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 30. The Defenders of Liberty Airshow provides many exhibits for kids in addition to the aircraft performances. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Luke Hill)

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2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow

A C-17 Globemaster III is on display during the 2016 Defenders of Liberty Airshow at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 30. The inherent flexibility of the C-17 allows it to fulfill the worldwide air mobility requirements of the U.S. through rapid strategic delivery of troops and cargo. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Curt Beach)

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SFS performs routine maintenance on weapons

Airman First Class Miguel Pichardo, 2nd Security Forces Squadron gate guard, inspects M4 carbine after finishing a routine cleaning at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 1. After reassembly, performing an inspection and function check is important to ensure everything is in proper working condition. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Amanda Morris)

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SFS performs routine maintenance on weapons

Senior Airman Brandon Smith, 2nd Security Forces Squadron installation entry controller, scrubs a bolt from an M4 carbine with oil at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 1. When cleaning weapons, oil must be applied to specific areas to ensure parts move smoothly. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Amanda Morris)

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SFS performs routine maintenance on weapons

Senior Airman Brandon Smith, 2nd Security Forces Squadron installation entry controller, cleans his M4 carbine at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 1. Airmen assigned to the 2nd SFS must clean their weapons once a month to keep them in proper working condition. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Amanda Morris)

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SFS performs routine maintenance on weapons

Airmen First Class Miguel Pichardo and Eduardo Granados, 2nd Security Forces Squadron installation entry controller, clean their weapons at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 1. Airmen assigned to 2nd SFS clean their M4 carbine and Beretta M9 monthly to keep them in proper working condition. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Amanda Morris)

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SFS performs routine maintenance on weapons

Airman First Class Miguel Pichardo, 2nd Security Forces Squadron installation entry controller, cleans a charging handle from an M4 carbine at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 1. The charging handle must be properly cleaned and oiled to ensure the first round of ammunition is cycled through the chamber properly. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Amanda Morris)

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SFS performs routine maintenance on weapons

Airman First Class Eduardo Granados, 2nd Security Forces Squadron installation entry controller, cleans the barrel of an M4 carbine at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 1. When cleaning the weapon, the barrel must be inspected for anything that might block the path of a bullet. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Amanda Morris)

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SFS performs routine maintenance on weapons

Parts of a Beretta M-9 sit on cleaning table before undergoing routine maintenance at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 1. Airmen assigned to 2nd Security Forces Squadron clean their M4 carbine and Beretta M9 monthly to keep them in proper working condition. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Amanda Morris)

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