U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

A spectator photographs a U.S. Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet at the Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. The Dubai Airshow, a biennial event, is recognized as the premier aviation and air industry event in the Gulf/Middle East region and is one of the largest air shows in the world. U.S. military participation builds upon our strong relationship with the United Arab Emirates and enhances our relationships with other allies and partners in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Mike Ptacek, a naval flight officer with the "Bluetails" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, converses with spectators at Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. Approximately 300 U.S. military personnel are participating in the DAS to showcase U.S. assets and capabilities, and strengthen relationships with our regional partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

Spectators tour U.S. Air Force and Navy aircraft at the Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. The Dubai Airshow, a biennial event, is recognized as the premier aviation and air industry event in the Gulf/Middle East region and is one of the largest air shows in the world. U.S. military participation builds upon our strong relationship with the United Arab Emirates and enhances our relationships with other allies and partners in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

U.S. Navy Lt. Blake Rademaker, left, an F/A-18E Super Hornet pilot with the "Sidewinders" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86, discusses U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler capabilities at the Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. The Dubai Airshow, a biennial event, is recognized as the premier aviation and air industry event in the Gulf/Middle East region and is one of the largest air shows in the world. U.S. military participation builds upon our strong relationship with the United Arab Emirates and enhances our relationships with other allies and partners in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

U.S. Navy Lt. Blake Rademaker, left, an F/A-18E Super Hornet pilot with the "Sidewinders" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86, discusses U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler capabilities at the Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. The Dubai Airshow, a biennial event, is recognized as the premier aviation and air industry event in the Gulf/Middle East region and is one of the largest air shows in the world. U.S. military participation builds upon our strong relationship with the United Arab Emirates and enhances our relationships with other allies and partners in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

A U.S. Navy E-2D Hawkeye rests on the flightline at the Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. The E-2 Hawkeye is the Navy's all-weather, carrier-based tactical battle management airborne early warning, command and control aircraft. Approximately 300 U.S. military personnel are participating in the DAS to showcase U.S. assets and capabilities, and strengthen relationships with our regional partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Mike Ptacek, a naval flight officer with the "Bluetails" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, converses with spectators at Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. Approximately 300 U.S. military personnel are participating in the DAS to showcase U.S. assets and capabilities, and strengthen relationships with our regional partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

Spectators tour a U.S. Navy MH-53E Sea Dragon at the Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. The Dubai Airshow, a biennial event, is recognized as the premier aviation and air industry event in the Gulf/Middle East region and is one of the largest air shows in the world. U.S. military participation builds upon our strong relationship with the United Arab Emirates and enhances our relationships with other allies and partners in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Mike Ptacek, a naval flight officer with the "Bluetails" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, converses with spectators at Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. Approximately 300 U.S. military personnel are participating in the DAS to showcase U.S. assets and capabilities, and strengthen relationships with our regional partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

A spectator poses for a photograph with a U.S. Navy MH-53E Sea Dragon at the Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. The Dubai Airshow, a biennial event, is recognized as the premier aviation and air industry event in the Gulf/Middle East region and is one of the largest air shows in the world. U.S. military participation builds upon our strong relationship with the United Arab Emirates and enhances our relationships with other allies and partners in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

U.S. Navy Lt. Blake Rademaker, center, an F/A-18E Super Hornet pilot with the "Sidewinders" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86, discusses U.S. Navy military aircraft capabilities at the Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. The Dubai Airshow, a biennial event, is recognized as the premier aviation and air industry event in the Gulf/Middle East region and is one of the largest air shows in the world. U.S. military participation builds upon our strong relationship with the United Arab Emirates and enhances our relationships with other allies and partners in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

U.S. Navy Lt. Blake Rademaker, right, an F/A-18E Super Hornet pilot with the "Sidewinders" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86, discusses U.S. Navy military aircraft capabilities at the Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. Approximately 300 U.S. military personnel are participating in the DAS to showcase U.S. assets and capabilities, and strengthen relationships with our regional partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

Spectators tour a U.S. Navy MH-53E Sea Dragon at the Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. The Dubai Airshow, a biennial event, is recognized as the premier aviation and air industry event in the Gulf/Middle East region and is one of the largest air shows in the world. U.S. military participation builds upon our strong relationship with the United Arab Emirates and enhances our relationships with other allies and partners in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Mike Ptacek, a naval flight officer with the "Bluetails" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, converses with spectators at Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. Approximately 300 U.S. military personnel are participating in the DAS to showcase U.S. assets and capabilities, and strengthen relationships with our regional partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

U.S. Navy Lt. Nate Noel, right, an MH-60R Sea Hawk pilot with the "Griffins" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 79, poses for a photograph with a spectator at the Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. The Dubai Airshow, a biennial event, is recognized as the premier aviation and air industry event in the Gulf/Middle East region and is one of the largest air shows in the world. U.S. military participation builds upon our strong relationship with the United Arab Emirates and enhances our relationships with other allies and partners in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

Spectators tour a U.S. Navy MH-53E Sea Dragon at the Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. The Dubai Airshow, a biennial event, is recognized as the premier aviation and air industry event in the Gulf/Middle East region and is one of the largest air shows in the world. U.S. military participation builds upon our strong relationship with the United Arab Emirates and enhances our relationships with other allies and partners in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)

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U.S. Navy showcases aircraft capabilities during 2019 Dubai Airshow

Published Nov. 18, 2019
By Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick
U.S. Air Forces Central Command

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates -- A spectator photographs a U.S. Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet at the Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2019. The Dubai Airshow, a biennial event, is recognized as the premier aviation and air industry event in the Gulf/Middle East region and is one of the largest air shows in the world. U.S. military participation builds upon our strong relationship with the United Arab Emirates and enhances our relationships with other allies and partners in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pick)