U.S. departs Aero India, leaves stronger relationships behind

The U.S. Air Force's Pacific Air Forces Demonstration Team members pose for a photo with MaryKay Carlson, Charge d'Affaire for U.S. Mission to India during opening day events for Aero India 2017 at Air Force Station Yelahanka, India Feb. 16, 2017. The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a compact, multi-role fighter aircraft. It is highly maneuverable and has proven itself in air-to-air combat and air-to-surface attack and provides a relatively low-cost, high-performance weapon system for the United States and allied nations. The U.S. participates in air shows and other regional events to demonstrate its commitment to the security of the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, promote the standardization and interoperability of equipment, and display capabilities critical to the success of current and future military operations. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Mark Lazane)