U.S. Air Force Capt. Ethan “Bantam” Smith, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, performs aerial maneuvers with an F-16 Fighting Falcon during the Avalon Australian International Airshow, Australia, March 30, 2025. The U.S. is committed to strengthening alliances and partnerships in the Indo-Pacific, and AVALON 25 provides a key opportunity to enhance interoperability and military cooperation with Australia and regional partners to promote security and stability.