The activity was part of Air Combat Command’s annual Heritage Flight program conference and training. The Heritage Flight program features historic aircraft, such as the P-47 and P-51, flying with today’s A-10, F-15, and F-16 demonstration jets at air shows across the country. The program began in 1997 during the celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of the Air Force. The exhibition of old and new fighters provides a living history lesson and supports USAF recruitment efforts.