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The 41st Airlift Squadron represented Little Rock Air Force Base alongside the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and Patriots Jet Team, with a C-130J Super Hercules demonstration during the Fleet Week air show, Oct. 4-12, 2026.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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\nThe annual event brought together service members, families and visitors from across the Bay Area for a week of military demonstrations, ship tours, community activities and an air show at Marina Green. \u00a0
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For the event, the\u00a041st\u00a0Airlift Squadron showcased the C-130J’s role in the Air Force\u2019s tactical airlift mission. The C-130J is designed to transport personnel and cargo, conduct airdrop operations and support missions in challenging environments, highlighting the airlift capabilities that enable forces to respond to a range of operational demands.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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The air show featured a diverse lineup of military and civilian aircraft, including a U.S. Air Force F-22A Raptor demonstration, a U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II demonstration, and a U-2 from Beale Air Force Base, California. Additional performances included a T-6A Texan II from the 80th Flying Training Wing, a heritage flight featuring a P-51 Mustang, and demonstrations featuring an MH-65 helicopter and C-27 aircraft.
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Fleet Week serves as an opportunity to reinforce cooperation between military personnel and civilian emergency response organizations. Since its establishment in 1981, the event has emphasized the importance of military-civilian partnerships, particularly in preparing for and responding to emergencies.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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The week offered a reminder that behind every mission are service members, families and supporters whose dedication sustains the force. Events like Fleet Week strengthen connections and bring the mission closer to the people who support it.<\/p>\n
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