Breaking the barrier
Capt. Nick Le Tourneau, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team commander and pilot, performs an aerial demonstration during the Chicago Air and Water Show in Chicago, Ill., Aug. 14, 2026. Condensation forms around the aircraft due to rapid changes in air pressure and humidity during high-speed maneuvers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mary Bowers)
PHOTO BY:
Staff Sgt. Mary Bowers
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NIKON Z 8
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NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR
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63/10
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1/5000
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500
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