The Glamorous Gal

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A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter aircraft assigned to the 18th Aggressor Squadron takes off from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Oct. 6, 2014, during RED FLAG-Alaska 15-1. RF-A is a series of Pacific Air Forces commander-directed field training exercises for U.S. and partner nation forces, providing combined offensive counter-air, interdiction, close air support and large force employment training in a simulated combat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Joseph Swafford Jr./Released)

A World War II era P-51 Mustang, “Glamorous Girl,” flies over Manassas, Va.  This flight – along with rides in other military craft – was part of the Wounded Warrior Aviation team’s efforts to train & educate injured vets for new careers in the civilian world. See a video about their efforts here, or learn more at the group’s website.