Farnborough highlights U.S. forces

FARNBOROUGH, United Kingdom -- An Airbus A380 takes off to perform a demonstration for spectators during the Farnborough International Air Show July 19, displaying the aircraft's superior handling and performance capabilities. The air show is one of the world's premier events that exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology. Approximately 70 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States participated in the air show. (U.S. Air Force photo/Col. Robert Suminsby)

Farnborough highlights U.S. forces

FARNBOROUGH, United Kingdom -- U.S. Secretary of the Air Force Michael B. Donley and other distinguished visitors cut the ribbon at the official grand opening ceremony at the Farnborough International Air Show July 19. Approximately 70 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States participated in the air show. This iconic global aviation event allows exhibitors to showcase the newest aerospace equipment and technology. The weeklong event is open to traders during the week and to the public Saturday and Sunday. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Jerry Fleshman)

Crew shows unique capabilities of B-1 Lancer at Berlin Air Show

A B-1 Lancer attracts visitors of the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences June 11. The B-1 is one of the aircraft being featured in the Berlin Air Show’s 1,153 exhibits from 47 countries. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)

Crew shows unique capabilities of B-1 Lancer at Berlin Air Show

Falk-Ingo Renner, from Dresden, Germany, draws a caricature of Maj. Chris Plourde, 28th Bomb Squadron assistant director of operations, during the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences June 11. The Berlin Air Show is one of the premier events of its kind in the world. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)

Stratotanker fuels crowd at Berlin Air Show

Visitors step out of the KC-135 Stratotanker after touring inside the aircraft during the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences June 10. The Berlin Air Show is a weeklong event that showcases various aviation technologies from all over the world. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)

Stratotanker fuels crowd at Berlin Air Show

Tech. Sgt. Charles Douglas, 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief from Royal Air Force Mildenhall, United Kingdom, escorts people inside a KC-135 Stratotanker during the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences June 10. The Berlin Air Show is one of the premier events of its type in the world, with 1,153 exhibitors from 47 countries, including the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)