Thunderbirds in Finland

Lt. Col. Case Cunningham, Thunderbird No. 1, and Tech. Sgt. Paul DeGrechie pull off the old flag panel, revealing the new panel bearing the flag of Finland at Turku Air Base, Finland, June 18, 2011. This marks the first time in the team's 58-year history to fly in Finland. The Thunderbirds will perform in nine countries during their European tour, fostering international goodwill and representing America's Airmen around the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt Richard Rose Jr.)

Thunderbirds in Finland

The Thunderbirds take off June 17, 2011, at Turku Airport, Finland. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Richard Rose Jr.)

Thunderbirds in Finland

The Thunderbirds prepare for takeoff June 17, 2011, at Turku Airport, Finland. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Richard Rose Jr.)

Thunderbirds in Finland

The Thunderbirds taxi June 17, 2011, at Turku Airport, Finland. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Larry E. Reid Jr.)

Thunderbirds announce 2012 officer selections

Five pilots have been selected to join the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, for the 2012 demonstration season. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Larry E. Reid Jr.)

Thunderbirds to fly with alternative fuel

Maintainers signal to returning Thunderbirds pilots May 16, 2011, during a practice run for an upcoming aerial show during the Joint Services Open House May 20 to 21, 2011, at Andrews Air Force Base, Md. During the show, the Thunderbirds plan to fly with Camelina-based hydrotreated renewable jet fuel. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Tiffany Trojca)