Statics and interaction at Dubai Airshow 2023

U.S. Air Force aircraft are displayed at the Dubai Airshow at Al Maktoum International Airport, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 14, 2023. The UAE is among the U.S.’s closest economic, diplomatic and security partners in the Middle East, with the two countries enjoying strong bilateral cooperation on a full range of issues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jhade Herrera)

Statics and interaction at Dubai Airshow 2023

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the U.S. Air Forces Central Band perform alongside the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defense Band during the Dubai Airshow at Al Maktoum International Airport, UAE, Nov. 14, 2023. The U.S. and UAE are “Partners of Choice” for key security, economic, commercial and educational priorities, to the benefit of both countries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jhade Herrera)

Statics and interaction at Dubai Airshow 2023

Visitors take pictures of a U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft static display during the Dubai Airshow at Al Maktoum International Airport, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 14, 2023. The U.S. was participating in the air show to build upon its strong relationship with the UAE and enhance its relationships with other allies and partners in the U.S. Central Command region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jhade Herrera)

Statics and interaction at Dubai Airshow 2023

Exhibitors enter a U.S. Air Force KC-46 during the Dubai Airshow at Al Maktoum International Airport, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 14, 2023. The U.S. has committed personnel and aircraft, like the KC-46, to the Dubai Airshow for nearly 20 years, which has highlighted the importance of continued defense cooperation between coalition allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jhade Herrera)

Statics and interaction at Dubai Airshow 2023

A U.S. Air Force Airman interacts with patrons attending the Dubai Airshow at Al Maktoum International Airport, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 14, 2023. The U.S. values its shared commitment and close cooperation with coalition allies and partners, which has enhanced the collective ability to counter a range of regional and global threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jhade Herrera)

Statics and interaction at Dubai Airshow 2023

U.S. Air Force Airmen converse with foreign military members attending the Dubai Airshow at Al Maktoum International Airport, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 14, 2023. The UAE is among the U.S.’s closest economic, diplomatic and security partners in the Middle East, with the two countries enjoying strong bilateral cooperation on a full range of issues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jhade Herrera)

Statics and interaction at Dubai Airshow 2023

A visitor observes a U.S. Army M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System during the Dubai Airshow at Al Maktoum International Airport, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 14, 2023. The Dubai Airshow provided military and civilian leaders the opportunity to evaluate warfighting systems, like HIMARS, in a non-operational and threat-free environment and discuss the advances their platforms provide to the coalition’s collaborative efforts to assure peace and stability in the U.S. Central Command region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jhade Herrera)

Statics and interaction at Dubai Airshow 2023

A U.S. Air Force HC-130J Combat King II aircraft is displayed next to a U.S. Army M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System at the Dubai Airshow at Al Maktoum International Airport, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 14, 2023. The U.S. maintains a highly agile aircraft force, which leverages the most advanced training and platforms to dominate the warfighting landscape for the long-term security and stability of the U.S. Central Command region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jhade Herrera)

Statics and Interaction at Dubai Airshow 2023

Published Nov. 14, 2023
By Airman 1st Class Jhade Herrera
U.S. Air Forces Central

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates -- U.S. Air Force aircraft are displayed at the Dubai Airshow at Al Maktoum International Airport, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 14, 2023. The UAE is among the U.S.’s closest economic, diplomatic and security partners in the Middle East, with the two countries enjoying strong bilateral cooperation on a full range of issues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jhade Herrera)