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260411-F-WJ837-1242

U.S. Air Force Academy Wings of Blue parachutist gear sits in a hangar prior to a demonstration jump during Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 11, 2026. The Wings of Blue Demonstration team represents the next generation of Air Force leaders, showcasing discipline and skill while strengthening international partnerships through engagement at premier events like FIDAE. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andrea Jenkins)

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U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Carter Beswick, a Wings of Blue parachutist, adjusts his gear after a demonstration jump from a Texas Air National Guard HC-130 Combat King II during the Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) in Santiago, Chile, April 11, 2026. The Wings of Blue serve as ambassadors of the U.S. Air Force, building international relationships and inspiring future generations through aerial demonstration and engagement at events like FIDAE. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha Melecio)

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U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Carter Beswick, a Wings of Blue parachutist, adjusts his equipment following a demonstration jump from a Texas Air National Guard HC-130 Combat King II during FIDAE in Santiago, Chile, April 11, 2026. Events like FIDAE provide a platform for the United States to demonstrate rapid global mobility capabilities and strengthen defense partnerships with Chile and other allied nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha Melecio)

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U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Nicolas Villegas, Wings of Blue parachutist, takes a photo with a Chilean fan at Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 11, 2026.U.S. participation in FIDAE 2026 highlighted the United States’ commitment to strengthening partnerships and promoting regional stability through air and space cooperation.(U.S. Air Force photo by Andrea Jenkins)

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U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Carter Beswick, a Wings of Blue parachutist, maneuvers during a demonstration jump at FIDAE in Santiago, Chile, April 11, 2026. The Wings of Blue team represents the next generation of Air Force leaders, showcasing discipline and skill while strengthening international partnerships through engagement at premier events like FIDAE. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha Melecio)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Tripp Johnson, Wings of Blue commander, lands after a parachute demonstration during FIDAE in Santiago, Chile, April 11, 2026. U.S. presence at FIDAE reinforces long-standing defense cooperation with Chile, promoting collaboration in areas such as humanitarian assistance and disaster response. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha Melecio)

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260411-F-AD704-1219

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Tripp Johnson, Wings of Blue commander, lands following a parachute demonstration during FIDAE in Santiago, Chile, April 11, 2026. The demonstration underscores the professionalism and precision of U.S. Air Force personnel while supporting international engagement through aerial demonstration and outreach. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha Melecio)

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U.S. Space Force Col. Brandon Alford, U.S. Space Forces Southern commander, center, and Col. John Kolb, U.S. Southern Command Joint Integrated Space Team director, left, meet with the Chilean air force Space Director during the Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 8, 2026. The United States continues to invest in advanced air and space technologies to maintain a competitive edge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell)

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U.S. Space Force and government officials meet with Chilean air force Brig. Gen. Christian Stuardo, space director, during the Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 8, 2026. FIDAE is one of the largest air and space defense exhibitions in Latin America, bringing together military leaders, industry partners, and aviation professionals from around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell)

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260408-F-AN818-1265

Chilean air force Brig. Gen. Christian Stuardo, space director, provides remarks during a meeting with U.S. Space Force and government officials at the Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 8, 2026. Key leader exchanges during FIDAE help to strengthen relationships between the United States and regional partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell)

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U.S. Space Force Col. Brandon Alford, U.S. Space Forces Southern commander smiles during a meeting with Chilean air force Space Director at the Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 8, 2026. The trade show highlighted advances in air and space technology while encouraging collaboration across the global community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell)

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260408-F-AN818-1248

U.S. Space Force Maj. Travis Tubbs, international programs officer and science attaché, speaks with a member from the Secretary of the Air Force, International Affairs, during a meeting with Chilean air force Space Director at the Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 8, 2026. Events like FIDAE support innovation and cooperation between the U.S. military and the international air and space industry. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell)

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260408-F-AN818-1236

U.S. Space Force Col. John Kolb, U.S. Southern Command Joint Integrated Space Team director, listens during a meeting with Chilean air force Space Director at the Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 8, 2026. Military engagement at FIDAE helps improve interoperability and cooperation between U.S. forces and regional partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell)

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260408-F-AN818-1227

Colin Nordquist, Secretary of the Air Force, International Affairs, provides comments during a meeting with the Chilean air force Space Director at the Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 8, 2026. Discussions focused on enhancing collaboration to support shared regional security interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell)

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A Chilean air force KC-135E Stratotanker and U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II fly in Chilean airspace April 5, 2026. The aircraft completed the first-ever in-flight refueling with a Chilean tanker while enroute to Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026. (Courtesy photo)

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260407-F-WJ837-1026

Attendees watch a video message from astronauts aboard the International Space Station during the opening ceremony of the Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 7, 2026. The message sent as a greeting from 400 km above earth highlighted global cooperation in space and reinforced the importance of international partnerships during Latin America’s largest aerospace and defense exhibition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andrea Jenkins)

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. David Minaeu, commander of Air Forces Southern, listens during the opening ceremony of the Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 7, 2026. Real-time translation headsets enabled English-speaking attendees like Minaeu to follow the Spanish-language ceremony and ensured collaboration and understanding across cultures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andrea Jenkins)

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President of the Republic of Chile José Antiono Kast delivers remarks during the Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 7, 2026. The ceremony underscored the integration of military and civilian aerospace efforts to advance innovation and regional stability during Latin America’s largest aerospace and defense exhibition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andrea Jenkins)

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President of the Republic of Chile José Antiono Kast delivers remarks during the Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 7, 2026. The remarks emphasized Chile’s role as a regional leader in air and space collaboration and reinforced the importance of enduring international partnerships across Latin America’s largest air, space and defense exhibition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andrea Jenkins)

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President of the Republic of Chile José Antiono Kast and senior government and military leaders cut the ribbon during the Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 7, 2026. The event officially opened FIDAE 2026, the largest aerospace and defense exhibition in Latin America, reinforcing Chile’s role in strengthening partnerships and showcasing global air and space capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andrea Jenkins)

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