Air Force Maj. Melanie Kluesner, a pilot with the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team, carries out high-speed flight maneuvers during a practice session at Hill Air Force Base in Utah on Jan. 6, 2026. The team trains during the off-season to maintain peak performance and showcase the advanced capabilities of the F-35A aircraft and the US Air Force.
Credit: Air Force Staff Sgt. Nicholas Rupiper