U.S. Air Force Capt. Ethan Smith, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, signals to his ground crew during ground show performance at the Avalon Australian International Airshow, Australia, March 28, 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. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Peter Reft)