Air To Air Collection (page 8)

An RAF Tucano of No1 FTS (No1 Flying Training School), based at RAF Linton-on-Ouse, is shown here flying as part of a display routine

An RAF Tucano, is shown here flying over Scarborough North Yorkshire

An RAF Harrier T10 of 20 Squadron, based at RAF Wittering, is pictured flying above the clouds
An RAF Harrier T10 of 20 Squadron, based at RAF Wittering. Pictured here performing a vertical climb

A pilot in the cockpit of an F-16 Fighting Falcon
November 29, 2007, Kunsan Air Base, South Korea - An F-16 Fighting Falcon turns while flying over a training range in South Korea during a close-air-support training mission

A MC-130W conducts an in-flight refueling for two MH-53J Pave Low III helicopters
November 16, 2006 - An MC-130W conducts an in-flight refueling for two MH-53J Pave Low III helicopters at Hurlburt Field, Florida

A Chilean Air Force F-16 refuels from a U. S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker
A Chilean Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon refuels from a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker over Brazil during Exercise Cruzex V

A B-2 Spirit bomber conducts a refueling with a KC-10 Extender
July 25, 2006 - A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit bomber conducts a refueling with a KC-10 Extender aircraft over Australia during exercise Green Lighting

A IRIS-T air-to-air missile compared to an AIM-9 Sidewinder at the German trials, Manching Air Base, Germany

An F-15E Strike Eagle breaks away from a KC-135 Stratotanker after refueling
April 11, 2006 - An F-15E Strike Eagle breaks away from a KC-135 Stratotanker after refueling over Southwest Asia

Two F-22 Raptors maneuver while flying a training mission over Japan
Two F-22 Raptors from the 1st Fighter Wing at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, maneuver while flying a training mission out of Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan

Four F-16s fly in formation during a training mission over Arizona
Four F-16s stationed at the 162nd Fighter Wing in Tucson, Arizona, fly in formation during a training mission

An F-22 Raptor banks away from a KC-135 Statotanker during a refueling operation
February 24, 2009 - An F-22 Raptor banks away from a KC-135 Statotanker during a refueling operation as part of a Joint RED FLAG exercise at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

Two F-16s fly in formation over Northern Arizona
Two F-16s from Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, fly in formation over Northern Arizona before sunset

An F-16 from Colorado Air National Guard refuels from a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker over Brazil during Exercise CRUZEX V

F-15 Eagle aircraft fire AIM-7 Sparrow missiles
July 16, 2006 - F-15 Eagle aircraft fire AIM-7 Sparrow missiles at a tactical air-launched decoy over Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii, during exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2006

An Italian AMX is refueled by a KC-10A Extender over Afghanistan
December 7, 2009 - An Italian AMX is refueled by a KC-10A Extender over Afghanistan

Formation of Luftwaffe F-4F Phantom II s
Formation of Luftwaffe F-4F Phantom IIs of Jagdgeschawader 71 Richthofen behind a tanker of the 100th ARW over northern Germany

A C-130 Hercules is refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Pacific Ocean

An F-16 Fighting Falcon soars through the sky
After taking on gas from a KC-135 Stratotanker four miles above Iraq, an F-16 Fighting Falcon pulls away to resume its close-air support mission for coalition forces on the ground

An F-15 Eagle moves into position for take off
Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, July 16, 2004 - An F-15 Eagle moves into position for take off before a sortie supporting Operation Noble Eagle

Three U. S. Air Force F-22 Raptors cruise above Nevada
Three U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors cruise above Nevada

An F-5E Tiger II in flight over El Centro, California
The pilot of this Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN) F-5E Tiger II leads his wingman in a banking turn as they climb out and head for another training mission near El Centro, California

A two-ship formation of F-16 Fighting Falcons on a routine training mission

An F-15 Strike Eagle prepares to refuel
July 4, 2005 - An F-15 Strike Eagle prepares to refuel over Iraq during a mission supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom

A U. S. Air Force E-3 Sentry aircraft refueling from a KC-10 Extender
November 25, 2010 - A U.S. Air Force E-3 Sentry aircraft receives fuel from a KC-10 Extender while flying over Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom

An F-16 Fighting Falcon moves into place to receive fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker
Southwestern, U.S. - An F-16 Fighting Falcon moves into place to receive fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker. The F-16 is en route to Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, to take part in Green Flag East

A B-52 Stratofortress bomber refuels during a close-air-support mission
Over Afghanistan - A B-52 Stratofortress bomber refuels during a close-air-support mission. The KC-135 Stratotanker transfers fuel to the bomber at about 16 gallons per second

A B-2 Spirit bomber prepares to refuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker
Over the Pacific Ocean - A B-2 Spirit bomber prepares to refuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker during a deployment to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam

A F-22 Raptor refuels behind a KC-10 Extender
April 17, 2008 - A F-22 Raptor refuels behind a KC-10 Extender while at 26, 000 feet at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Red Flag-Alaska 08-2 is a series of Pacific Air Forces field training exercises

Four F-15 Eagles fly in formation over the Pacific Ocean
Four F-15 Eagles from the 67th Fighter Squadron in Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, fly in formation over the Pacific Ocean during a training mission

An F-14D Tomcat conducts a mission over Northern Iraq
Northern Iraq, December 1, 2005 - An F-14D Tomcat conducts a mission over Northern Iraq

An F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft receives fuel from a KC-135R Stratotanker
May 28, 2008 - A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft receives fuel from a KC-135R Stratotanker during a mission over Afghanistan

A F-15E Strike Eagle is refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker
December 17, 2010 - A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft is refueled by a KC-135R Stratotanker over North Carolina during a local training mission

A KC-135 Stratotanker refuels a F-22 Raptor
Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska, March 12, 2008 - A KC-135 Stratotanker refuels a F-22 Raptor

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"Capturing the Majesty of Air to Air: A Spectacular Display of Aviation Excellence" In this breathtaking aerial spectacle, the Royal Navy Harrier Jet soars high above RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus, showcasing its remarkable capabilities. As it gracefully maneuvers through the sky, two Nimrod R1s from 51 Squadron join in formation, their sleek silhouettes adding to the awe-inspiring scene. The historic Hawker Hurricane Mk 2D and Mk 5 take center stage next to a Vickers Wellington bomber. These legendary aircraft remind us of the bravery and resilience displayed during World War II. Adding a modern touch to this display is a Merlin HM Mk1 helicopter from 829 Naval Air Squadron. Based at RNAS Culdrose, it effortlessly glides through the air with precision and grace. A Spitfire P7350 flies alongside Hurricane LF363, paying tribute to these iconic fighters that played pivotal roles in defending our skies during times of conflict. Their distinctive designs evoke nostalgia for an era gone by. Amongst this collection of aviation marvels is also the BAC TSR-2 - a testament to British engineering prowess - as well as another Hawker Hunter FGA-73A and FGA-9. These agile jets demonstrate speed and agility like no other. Completing this captivating ensemble is the Westland Wyvern TF-2; its unique appearance sets it apart from its counterparts with its powerful presence in flight. Witnessing this air-to-air showcase reminds us of humanity's relentless pursuit for innovation and progress in aviation technology. It serves as a reminder that even amidst turbulent times, there will always be those who soar above adversity with courage and determination.