The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, perform precision aerial maneuvers during the Air Power over Hampton Roads open house at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 13, 2011. The Thunderbirds headlined the open house, demonstrating the capabilities of high-performance aircraft to the Hampton Roads, Va. area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Camilla Griffin)

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A parachutist with the U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team touches down after completing an aerial jump during the Air Power over Hampton Roads open house at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 14, 2011. The Golden Knights have been wowing audiences at air shows, competitions, and high-profile tandems for 50 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dana Hill)

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Spectators watch an aerial demonstration during the Air Power over Hampton Roads open house at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 15, 2011. The open house educates the public on past and present military aerial capabilities, increases recruiting and shows appreciation to the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Camilla Griffin)

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The GEICO Skytypers demonstrate their flying capabilities during the open house at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 15, 2011. Joint Base Langley-Eustis’ Air Power over Hampton Roads open house provided a venue in which the public can see modern and historical military aircraft in action. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Racheal Watson)

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John Mohr, 1943 Stock Stearman PT-17 pilot, performs a “grace” maneuver during the Air Power over Hampton Roads open house at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 14, 2011. Open houses educate the public on past and present military aerial capabilities, increase recruiting and demonstrate appreciation to the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Camilla Griffin)

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Fireworks bloom above F-16 Fighting Falcon Thunderbirds during the Air Power over Hampton Roads open house at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 13, 2011. The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, headlined the open house and performed precision aerial maneuvers, demonstrating the capabilities of high-performance aircraft to the Hampton Roads area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jonathan Muller)

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The U.S. Air Force Heritage Flight showcases the A-10 Thunderbolt II, F-4 Phantom and P-51 Mustang during the Air Power over Hampton Roads open house at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 15, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Racheal Watson)

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Army Sgt. 1st Class Dustin Peregrin, U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team parachutist, jumps out of a C-31A Friendship Fokker during Joint Base Langley-Eustis’ Air Power over Hampton Roads open house at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 15, 2011. The Golden Knights have been wowing audiences at air shows, competitions, and high profile tandems for 50 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teresa Zimmerman)

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Army Sgt. Richard Sloan, U.S. Army Golden Knight Parachute Team parachutist, and Sgt. 1st Class J.D. Berentis team leader, observe wind speeds before jumping out of a C-31A Friendship Fokker during Joint Base Langley-Eustis’ Air Power over Hampton Roads open house at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 15, 2011. The Golden Knights are among the most formidable parachuting competitors and demonstrators in the world today. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teresa Zimmerman)

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A member of the Army Golden Knights Parachute Team, prepares to land after completing a aerial jump during the Air Power Over Hampton Roads Open House at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 14, 2011. The Golden Knights have been wowing audiences at air shows, competitions, and high-profile tandems for 50 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kayla Newman)

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The Trojan Horsemen T-28 Warbirds Aerobatic Formation Demonstration Team performs aerial maneuvers during the Air Power over Hampton Roads open house at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 14, 2011. The open house is a free three-day event featuring aerial demonstrations by modern and historical military aircraft and civilian performers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dana Hill)

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The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, F-16 Fighting Falcons fly in a diamond formation during an aerial demonstration at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 13, 2011. The Thunderbirds display the most advanced air power and support capabilities in the world. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Teresa Zimmerman)

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A skydiver with the Misty Blues All-Women Skydiving Team touches down after completing an aerial jump during the Air Power over Hampton Roads open house at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 14, 2011. The open house is a free three-day event featuring aerial demonstrations by modern and historical military aircraft and civilian performers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dana Hill)

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Pilot Greg Poe performs an upward climb in his ethanol-powered Fagen MX-2 aircraft during the open house at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 13, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Racheal Watson)

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Country singer Chris Young performs hit songs during the Air Power Over Hampton Roads open house at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 13, 2011. The open house kicked off with the free concert as a part of the Air Power After Dark, followed by aerial demonstrations and fireworks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dana Hill)

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The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, executes a crossover at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 13, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kayla Newman)

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The U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team perform personal protective equipment checks prior to take off at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 13, 2011 during Air Power over Hampton Roads. The Golden Knights have been wowing audiences at air shows, competitions, and high-profile tandems for 50 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kayla Newman)

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Pilot Roger Buis performs aerobatics in Otto the Helicopter during the Air Power over Hampton Roads open house at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 13, 2011. Open houses educate the public about Air Force capabilities and shows appreciation to the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jeff Nevison)

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Photos: 'Air Power' electrifies crowds

Published May 16, 2011