In tribute to the USAF's 60th anniversary, the US Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, better known as the 'Thunderbirds', rounded off its eight-country European tour at RIAT by performing its usual highly-polished routine with six Lockheed Martin F-16C/D Fighting Falcons.
The Thunderbirds display team is currently in the process of upgrading its F-16 Block 32H/Js to Block 52 standard. Four (three F-16Cs and an F-16D) of its six aircraft are seen here at the 2007 Royal International Air Tattoo, RAF Fairford.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: General Dynamics F-16A/C/E Fighting Falcon - СШАUSA - 1974General Dynamics F-16B/D Fighting Falcon - СШАUSA - 1977

Whilst not the fastest aircraft on the display circuit, the Royal New Zealand Air Force Red Checkers' CT-4Es trade speed for manoeuvrability and a routine that stays well within airfield boundaries.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: PAC CT/4 Airtrainer - Новая ЗеландияNew Zealand - 1972

Four PC-7s Mk II Astras of the South African Air Force Silver Falcons in echelon port formation over Cape Town.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Pilatus PC-7 Turbo Trainer - ШвейцарияSwitzerland - 1966

Sporting an appropriate colour scheme, this Dhruv is part of the three aircraft that form the Indian Air Force Sarang (Peacock) display team - one of the very few equipped with helicopters.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: HAL Dhruv / ALH - ИндияIndia - 1992

Since its formation in 1972 the Pakistan Air Force Sherdil's J-37s have worn several different colour schemes. They were initially red overall; then natural metal with a DayGlo orange nose, wingtips and tail; in 1980 they received a sunburst scheme; and now have a striking red, white and blue finish.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Cessna T-37 Tweety Bird - СШАUSA - 1954

Although the Snowbirds has eleven Tutors, it flies a routine with nine, including two solos. Its aircraft are the last of the type in service and if the team is to survive, a new mount will have to be found soon.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Canadair CL-41 Tutor - КанадаCanada - 1960