Good morning from FAI

This T6 was a blast to go for a ride in

USAF C-130J on its way from Japan to JBER AK

USCG C-130H 1714 stopping by for a fill up before continuing onto Japan

C-130H all tucked in for the night

First flight of B-47 was in 1947; this design deeply influenced later aircraft such as the B-52 and many commercial jets with its swept wings and nacelle layout. Hill Aerospace Museum

The B-52 remains one of the most enduring military aircraft, with some airframes expected to serve into the 2050s after modernization programs. Hill Aerospace Museum

This museum example carries period-authentic nose art and is surrounded by other vintage military aircraft, reflecting the golden age of piston-engined bombers. Hill Aerospace Museum

The 'Blood Brother' nose art is a tribute, common among restored warbirds. The P-51 is instantly recognizable for its bubble canopy and distinctive four-blade propeller. Hill Aerospace Museum

The MiG-17 was one of the Soviet Union's most produced fighter jets, and it had significant influence on jet air combat tactics.\n Hill Aerospace Museum, Hill AFB Ogden UT

Cessna Bird Dog at Hill Aerospace Museum, Hill AFB Ogden UT

Coast Guard C-130, sitting on the apron warming up waiting for the fog to lift.
The cockpit features classic analog instruments with some updated avionics, indicative of legacy C-130H variants still widely used.

Visible gold-tinted canopy and diamond-shaped wings are distinctive features. ‘AK’ tail code designates Alaska-based squadron.

The Blue Angels' F/A-18s have special modifications, including a smoke oil system for airshow visibility and removal of combat equipment.

This specific airframe '1714' is part of the Coast Guard fleet often nicknamed 'Kodiak'. The orange and white USCG colors are iconic for maritime SAR operations.