DAYTON — The Air Force Thunderbirds roared into Dayton International Airport on Wednesday.
The jet team is in town as part of the 50th Centerpoint Energy Dayton Air Show that will take place this weekend.
The Thunderbirds perform for people all over the world to display the pride, precision, and professionalism the U.S. Air Force represents.
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The pilots fly the Air Force’s premier multi-role fighter jet, the F-16 Fighting Falcon.
The Thunderbirds show is a mix of six aircraft performing formation flying and solo routines.
The air show kicks off Friday night with Flight Fest and then continues with all the high-flying action Saturday and Sunday afternoon.
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