Eight U.S. Air Force aircrafts fly over the northwestern villages and towns of France in preparation for the commemorative events in honor of the 80th anniversary of D-Day out of Maupertus Airport, France, June 1, 2024. As we commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day the U.S. military operates across the globe with agile forces and flexible military capabilities to respond to changes in the operational environment and reinforce U.S. commitment to Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordan Lazaro)
A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft is parked during a sunrise at Cherbourg-Maupertus Airport, France, June 1, 2024. U.S. military personnel and equipment will commemorate the 80th anniversary of Operation Overlord, the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, widely known as D-Day. This event will also include Allied countries like France, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Belgium, Canada and Germany. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordan Lazaro)
U.S. Air Force Capt. William C. Thomas, 36th Airlift Squadron instructor pilot, waits on the flightline for a 12 aircraft formation at Cherbourg-Maupertus Airport, France, June 1, 2024. The commemoration of D-Day honors not only the bravery of American service members, but also the contributions and sacrifices of our Allied nations, including the heroism of French resistance fighters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordan Lazaro)
U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft from Yokota Air Base, Japan, and Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas arrive in support of D-Day 80 at Cherbourg-Maupertus Airport, France, May 30, 2024. Highlighting the Department of Defense’s continued commitment to honor the historic significance of D-Day and the sacrifices made connects the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve during World War II to NATO and unity today. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordan Lazaro)
U.S. Air Force members assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron greet members arriving in support of D-Day 80 out of the back of C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at Cherbourg-Maupertus Airport, France, May 31, 2024. As we commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day the U.S. military operates across the globe with agile forces and flexible military capabilities to respond to changes in the operational environment and reinforce U.S. commitment to Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordan Lazaro)
U.S. Army members assigned to the 101st Airborne Division Air Assault, Fort Campbell, Kentucky line-up in preparation of the 80th anniversary of D-Day at Cherbourg-Maupertus Airport, France, May 30, 2024. As we commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day the U.S. military operates across the globe with agile forces and flexible military capabilities to respond to changes in the operational environment and reinforce U.S. commitment to Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordan Lazaro)
Maintainers from the 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron monitor a fuel transfer while setting up a refuel panel in the flight deck of a C-130J Super Hercules at Cherbourg-Maupertus Airport, France, June 2, 2024. Maintainers are working split shifts that provide 24-hour coverage of each aircraft that is participating in the D-Day 80 celebration. Together, the U.S. and its European Allies and partners are demonstrating the strength of alliance and unity of purpose borne out of D-Day 80 years ago and forged over almost eight decades of combat-credible collective defense. Moving forward, our commitment stands unwavering in countering threats to peace and security across Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Robert L. McIlrath)
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron work on three C-130J Super Hercules aircraft to ensure they are operational and ready to fly over the Normandy region of France for flyovers and ceremonies in support of the 80th anniversary of D-Day, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 31, 2024. Airmen assigned to the 37th Airlift Wing will fly over approximately 100 Commemoratives providing low level flyovers to honor the legacy of the greatest generation . (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
A local French child holds a welcome sign and a retired 86th Airlift Wing shield patch at Cherbourg-Maupertus Airport, France, June 1, 2024. Millions of people are anticipated to attend the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the celebrations across Normandy that will take place over the span of two weeks. The commemoration of D-Day honors not only the bravery of American service members, but also the contributions and sacrifices of our Allied nations, including the heroism of French resistance fighters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordan Lazaro)
U.S. Air Force Capt. Michelle Lee, 37th Airlift Squadron wing tactics officer, gives the pre-flight brief to the 11 aircrew departing in a dry run multi-aircraft formation in honor of the 80th anniversary of D-Day at Cherbourg-Maupertus Airport, France, May 31, 2024. As we commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day the U.S. military operates across the globe with agile forces and flexible military capabilities to respond to changes in the operational environment and reinforce U.S. commitment to Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordan Lazaro)
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