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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs at the F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event

U.S. Air Force Capt. Aimee “Rebel” Fiedler, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team pilot and commander, performs a four-point roll maneuver in an F-16D Fighting Falcon at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Jan. 25, 2023. The F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event was held at Edwards AFB where the F-16 was first tested and flown. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Meghan Hutton)
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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs at the F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event

U.S. Air Force Capt. Aimee “Rebel” Fiedler, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team pilot and commander, performs precision aerial maneuvers in an F-16D Fighting Falcon at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Jan. 25, 2023. The Viper Demonstration team and Thunderbirds both performed demonstrations for the F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event attendees. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Meghan Hutton)
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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs at the F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event

U.S. Air Force Capt. Aimee “Rebel” Fiedler, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team pilot and commander, performs precision aerial maneuvers in an F-16D Fighting Falcon at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Jan. 25, 2023. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the F-16 Fighting Falcon, Edwards AFB hosted keynote speakers to talk about the history of the F-16, as well as aerial demonstrations from the Viper Demonstration Team and Thunderbirds. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Meghan Hutton)
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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs at the F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event

U.S. Air Force Capt. Wesley “Shot” Kilmain, 416th Flight Test Squadron pilot, performs a flyover in an F-16C Fighting Falcon at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Jan. 24, 2023. The design of the F-16 tail showcased at the F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event mimics the paint scheme associated with the original F-16 Fighting Falcon fleet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Meghan Hutton)
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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs at the F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event

U.S. Air Force Capt. Aimee “Rebel” Fiedler, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team pilot and commander, performs precision aerial maneuvers in an F-16D Fighting Falcon at Edwards Air Force Base, CA, Jan. 24, 2023. The F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event included demonstrations from The Viper Demo team and Thunderbirds, as well as F-22 Raptor, F-35 Lightning and the 50th anniversary commemorative F-16 tail flyovers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Meghan Hutton)
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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs at the F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event

U.S. Air Force Capt. Aimee “Rebel” Fiedler, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team pilot and commander, performs precision aerial maneuvers in an F-16D Fighting Falcon at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Jan. 24, 2023. Edwards AFB hosted the F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event in celebration of the F-16 Fighting Falcon’s maiden flight at the base in 1974. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Meghan Hutton)
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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs at the F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event

U.S. Air Force Capt. Aimee “Rebel” Fiedler, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team pilot and commander, performs a knife-edge maneuver in an F-16D Fighting Falcon at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Jan. 24, 2023. Rebel performs precision aerial maneuvers during the 20-minute demonstration, showcasing the Fighting Falcon’s combat readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Meghan Hutton)
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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs at the F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event

U.S. Air Force Capt. Aimee “Rebel” Fiedler, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team pilot and commander, performs precision aerial maneuvers in an F-16D Fighting Falcon at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Jan. 24, 2023. The team, consisting of a pilot, maintainers and a public affairs specialist, attend around 25 shows per year to complete their mission of inspiring future generations of Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Meghan Hutton)
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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs at the F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event

U.S. Air Force Capt. Aimee “Rebel” Fiedler, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team pilot and commander, performs precision aerial maneuvers in an F-16D Fighting Falcon at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Jan. 24, 2023. The team attended the F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event, hosted by Edwards AFB, to celebrate F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft and pilot heritage as well as perform a demonstration for a DOD-affiliated local audience. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Meghan Hutton)
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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs at the F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event

U.S. Air Force Capt. Aimee “Rebel” Fiedler, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team pilot and commander, takes off in an F-16D Fighting Falcon at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Jan. 24, 2023. The team travels across the U.S. and internationally to perform at air shows to encourage positive Air Force recruiting and retention. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Meghan Hutton)
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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs at the F-16 First Flight 50th Anniversary Event

U.S. Air Force Capt. Aimee “Rebel” Fiedler, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team pilot and commander, taxis in an F-16D Fighting Falcon at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Jan. 24, 2023. The team travels both nationally and internationally to showcase the F-16 Fighting Falcon’s combat capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Meghan Hutton)
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F-16 Viper Demo Team Group Photo 2023

The F-16 Viper Demonstration Team stands for a group photo on the flightline at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Feb. 21, 2023. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Madeline Herzog)
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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team practice

A pilot assigned to the F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs a dedication pass at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Jan. 26, 2022. The dedication pass is an aerial salute to service members both past and present. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Madeline Herzog)
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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team practice

A pilot assigned to the F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs a high-speed pass at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Jan. 26, 2022. The Team works closely with the Air Force Heritage Flight Foundation to create a unique demonstration for the U.S. Air Force past and present, exhibiting the professional qualities the Air Force develops in the people who fly, maintain and support these aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Madeline Herzog)
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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team practice

A pilot assigned to the F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs a falcon turn during practice at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Jan. 26, 2022. The VDT plays a significant role in not only maintaining community relations for the Air Force, but also in recruiting future members of our service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Madeline Herzog)
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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team practice

A pilot assigned to the F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs a practice demo at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Jan. 26, 2022. The Team works closely with the Air Force Heritage Flight Foundation to create a unique demonstration for the U.S. Air Force past and present, exhibiting the professional qualities the Air Force develops in the people who fly, maintain and support these aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Madeline Herzog)
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F-16 Viper Demonstration Team practice

A pilot assigned to the F-16 Viper Demonstration Team performs a four-point turn at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Jan. 26, 2022. The VDT plays a significant role in not only maintaining community relations for the Air Force, but also in recruiting future members of our service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Madeline Herzog)
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Maj.Garret Schmitz

Maj. Garret Schmitz is the United States Air Force F-16 Viper Demonstration Team commander and pilot based at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C.
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From raceway to runway

An F-16 Viper Demonstration Team patch rests on the shoulder of Townsend Bell, sports commentator and professional race car driver, at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., April 16, 2019. Bell and Conor Daly, Air Force Honda race car driver, participated in media flights which taught them about what Airmen do and about teamwork in the military. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kathryn R.C. Reaves)
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From raceway to runway

U.S. Air Force Maj. Garret Schmitz, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team safety observer and 55th Fighter Squadron pilot, takes off in an F-16D Viper with Townsend Bell, sports commentator and professional race car driver, at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., April 16, 2019. Schmitz demonstrated the aircraft’s capabilities by hitting speeds in excess of 650 mph and pulling 8.9 G’s during their flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kathryn R.C. Reaves)
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