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Published May 24, 2025 Air Force Global Strike Command Public Affairs MIAMI BEACH, Fl
Today, Air Force Global Strike Command unveiled the first-ever demonstration tri-bomber/fighter formation during the Hyundai Air and Sea Show over Miami Beach, Florida.
Named “The Freedom Flyover”, the formation featured a B-2 Spirit, B-1B Lancer, B-52H Stratofortress, F-22 Raptor, F-15C Eagle, F-16C Fighting Falcon, and A-10 Thunderbolt II. While previous years’ iterations of the Hyundai Air and Sea Show and other national events have featured a tri-bomber flyover, this was the first time fighter aircraft joined to create a dissimilar formation.
Additionally, this formation also showcased the strength of total force Airmen; active duty, Air Force Reserve, and Air National Guard pilots all had a part in the flyover, representing the Air Force’s ability to collaborate across components.
Tomorrow, the last day of the Hyundai Air and Sea Show, will feature the same formation around the kickoff time of 12:00 p.m., pending weather and operational factors. The show is free and open to the public.
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The U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III Demo Team aircrew prepare to take part in the Hyundai Air and Sea Show at Miami Beach, Florida, May 24, 2025. The C-17 flew ahead of a flyover representing the Air Force’s total force, integrating active duty, guard, and reserve pilots flying the B-1B Lancer, B-2 Spirit, F-22 Raptor, A-10 Thunderbolt II, B-52H Stratofortress, F-16C Fighting Falcon, and F-15C Eagle aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Bailee A. Darbasie)
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- Interesting not seeing an F35 there. I know most people aren't a fan of that aircraft but still wonder why it wasn't in the formation
- The buff, the bone, and the raider. Nothing is like American made. - Funny how the Bone has to have its leading edge slats extended to help it fly slow enough for the others to keep up.
-Damn, that's a beautiful sight! (makes me want to watch Dr. Strangelove all over again!)
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