U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” team members arrive at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph prior to the 2015 Joint Base San Antonio air show and open house Oct. 26, 2015. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays. The air show will allow attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today.

Capt. Nicholas Eberling, U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” opposing solo pilot, taxis on the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph flightline Oct. 26, 2015. The Thunderbirds perform for people all around the world, displaying the pride, precision and professionalism of American Airmen.

Maj. Tyler Ellison, U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” operations officer takes off from Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Oct. 26, 2015. The Thunderbirds perform for people all around the world, combining years of training and experience with an attitude of excellence to showcase what the Air Force is all about.

Col. Matt Isler, 12th Flying Training Wing commander, welcomes Maj. Tyler Ellison, U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” operations officer to Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Oct. 26, 2015. The Thunderbirds are scheduled to perform at the JBSA Air Show and Open House Oct. 31 and Nov. 1.

Tech. Sgt. Christopher Audet, U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” tactical aircraft maintainer, guides Capt. Nicholas Eberling, U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” opposing solo pilot, as he lands at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Oct. 26, 2015. The Thunderbirds perform for people all around the world, combining years of training and experience with an attitude of excellence to showcase what the Air Force is all about. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stormy Archer/Released)

A member of the U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” flies over Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Oct. 26, 2015. The Thuderbirds perform aerial demonstrations to highlight the unique capabilities of American military services, while showcasing the world’s most technologically advanced air and space force capabilities.

Maj. Tyler Ellison, U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” operations officer, opens the canopy of his F-16 Fighting Falcon Oct. 27, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thuderbirds perform aerial demonstrations to highlight the unique capabilities of American military services, while showcasing the world’s most technologically advanced air and space force capabilities.

Maj. Tyler Ellison, U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" operations officer, prepares to depart with passenger Delaine Mathieu, News 4 San Antonio co-anchor, for a media flight Oct. 26, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thunderbirds are performing in the 2015 Air Show and Open House to be held at JBSA-Randolph Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/Released)

Tech Sgt. Jacob Worthen, U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" avionics technician, assist Delaine Mathieu, News 4 San Antonio co-anchor, exit an F-16 aircraft Oct. 26, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thunderbirds are performing in the 2015 Air Show and Open House to be held at JBSA-Randolph Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/Released)

Tech. Sgt. Christopher Audet, U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" tactical aircraft maintainer, guides a Thunderbird Oct. 26, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thunderbirds team members arrived in preparation for the 2015 JBSA-Randolph Air Show and Open House to be held Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays and allowing attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/Released)

Maj. Tyler Ellison, U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" operations officer, prepares to depart with passenger Delaine Mathieu, News 4 San Antonio co-anchor, for a media flight Oct. 26, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thunderbirds are performing in the 2015 Air Show and Open House at JBSA- Randolph to be held Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/Released)

Tech. Sgt. Christopher Audet, U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" tactical aircraft maintainer, guides a Thunderbird Oct. 26, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thunderbirds team members arrived in preparation for the 2015 JBSA-Randolph Air Show and Open House to be held Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays and allowing attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/Released)

Brig. Gen. Bob LaBrutta, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, visits with U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" team members Oct. 26, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thunderbirds are performing in the 2015 Air Show and Open House to be held at JBSA- Randolph Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/Released)

Delaine Mathieu, News 4 San Antonio co-anchor, is greeted by U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" team members prior to a media flight Oct. 26, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thunderbirds are performing in the 2015 Air Show and Open House to be held at JBSA-Randolph Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/Released)

The U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” practice performing F-16 acrobatic maneuvers Oct. 26, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thunderbirds team members arrived in preparation for the 2015 JBSA-Randolph Air Show and Open House to be held Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays and allowing attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/Released)

The U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” practice performing F-16 acrobatic maneuvers Oct. 26, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thunderbirds team members arrived in preparation for the 2015 JBSA-Randolph Air Show and Open House to be held Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays and allowing attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/Released)

The U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” practice performing F-16 acrobatic maneuvers Oct. 26, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thunderbirds team members arrived in preparation for the 2015 JBSA-Randolph Air Show and Open House to be held Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays and allowing attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/Released)

The U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" team members arrive at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph prior to the 2015 Joint Base San Antonio Open House Oct. 26, 2015. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays. Randolph’s air show allowed attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today. (U.S. Air Force by Joshua Rodriguez/Released)

The U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” practice performing F-16 acrobatic maneuvers Oct. 26, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thunderbirds team members arrived in preparation for the 2015 JBSA-Randolph Air Show and Open House to be held Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays and allowing attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/Released)

The U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” practice performing F-16 acrobatic maneuvers Oct. 26, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thunderbirds team members arrived in preparation for the 2015 JBSA-Randolph Air Show and Open House to be held Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays and allowing attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/Released)

The U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” practice performing F-16 acrobatic maneuvers Oct. 26, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thunderbirds team members arrived in preparation for the 2015 JBSA-Randolph Air Show and Open House to be held Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays and allowing attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/Released)

The U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” practice performing F-16 acrobatic maneuvers Oct. 26, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Thunderbirds team members arrived in preparation for the 2015 JBSA-Randolph Air Show and Open House to be held Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays and allowing attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/Released)

Brig. Gen. Bob Labrutta 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander and Col. Mathew Isler 12th Flying Training Wing commander, answer questions from the media at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph prior to the 2015 Joint Base San Antonio Air Show and Open House Oct. 26, 2015. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays. Randolph’s air show allowed attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today.

Brig. Gen. Bob Labrutta,502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander and Col. Mathew Isler, 12th Flying Training Wing commander, answer questions from the media at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph prior to the 2015 Joint Base San Antonio Air Show and Open House Oct. 26, 2015. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays. Randolph’s air show allowed attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today.

The U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" team members arrive at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph prior to the 2015 Joint Base San Antonio Open House Oct. 26, 2015. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays. Randolph’s air show allowed attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today. (U.S. Air Force by Joshua Rodriguez/Released)

The U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" team members arrive at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph prior to the 2015 Joint Base San Antonio Air Show and Open House Oct. 26, 2015. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays. Randolph’s air show allowed attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today. (U.S. Air Force by Joshua Rodriguez/Released)

Maj. Alexander Goldfein, U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron pilot, is interviewed by Delaine Mathieu, WOAI News 4 San Antonio, prior to the opening of the 2015 Joint Base San Antonio Air Show and Open House Oct. 26, 2015 at JBSA-Randolph. Air shows are an important recruiting tool for the Air Force, and an opportunity for the Air Force to offer a glimpse into some of the Air Force jobs available. Events like this also showcase today’s Air Force equipment and technology being used.