A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet flies above thousands of spectators, July 15, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. More than 250,000 trade and public visitors attend the bi-annual event which concluded today.

One of the most iconic and longest running air shows across the globe kicked off here, July 9, and U.S. service members are among 1,500 exhibitors from around the world showcasing the latest in aerospace equipment and technology.

U.S. Navy Lt. Adam Farber, Strike Fighter Weapons School Pacific weapons system officer, discusses his experience with the weapons on an F/A-18E Super Hornet with Rick Yuse Raytheon Space and Airborne Systems president, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies’ and partners’ national-security interests.

U.S. Navy Lt. Adam Farber, Strike Fighter Weapons School Pacific weapons system officer, explains the vast capabilities of the F/A-18E Super Hornet to Benedicte Bastid ATR Aircraft hospitality representative, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies’ and partners’ national-security interests.

A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet soars through the sky, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies' and partners' national-security interests.

A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet soars through the sky, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies' and partners' national-security interests.

A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet soars through the sky, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies' and partners' national-security interests.

A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet soars through the sky, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies' and partners' national-security interests.

U.S. Navy Cmdr. Jonathan Wise, Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic operations officer, talks about the capabilities of an F/A-18E Super Hornet to a visitor, July 9, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. The world renowned event exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology.

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 2, 2010) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the "Ragin Bulls" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 37 launches from USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during routine flight operations. VFA-37 is deployed as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group while on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kilho Park/RELEASED)

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 2, 2010) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the "Ragin Bulls" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 37 launches from USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during routine flight operations. VFA-37 is deployed as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group while on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kilho Park/RELEASED)

FARNBOROUGH, United Kingdom – More than 285,000 visitors witnessed the superior performance and handling capabilities of the Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet during a flight demonstration at the 2010 Farnborough International Air Show July 21.

USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER, Meditteranean Sea -- An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Wildcats of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 131 breaks the sound barrier during an air power demonstration above the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) 9. The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group is deployed as a part of an ongoing rotation of forward-deployed forces to support maritime security operations in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Bradley Evans)

USS HARRY S. TRUMAN, Mediterranean Sea — USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) conducted interoperability exercises with the French nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle (R 91) June 4-7.

USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65), at sea – A group of distinguished visitors including the Presidents of Bosnia-Herzegovina observe an F/A-18C Hornet attached to the "Sidewinders" of Strike Fighter Squadron Eight Six (VFA 86) descend toward the landing area of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) July 30. Enterprise and embarked Carrier Air Wing One (CVW 1) are currently underway on a scheduled six-month deployment in the U.S. Fifth and Sixth Fleet areas of responsibility. (Department of Defense photo by Navy Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brandon Morris)

MEDITERRANEAN SEA – An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the "Knighthawks" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 136 flies over the Mediterranean Sea during a unit-level training mission July 21, 2007. VFA-136 is part of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 embarked aboard the nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). The Enterprise Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled six-month deployment in support of maritime security operations and the global war on terrorism. (Department of Defense photo by Navy Lt. Peter Scheu)

MEDITERRANEAN SEA — An F/A-18C Hornet from the Strike Fighter Squadron 83 prepares to land on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Eisenhower is on a regularly scheduled deployment in the Mediterranean Sea in support of maritime security sperations. (Department of Defense photo by Navy Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Jon Dasbach)

RED SEA — Navy Lt. Alejandro Hernandez signals for an F/A-18C Hornet from the “Wildcats” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 131 to launch from Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) May 2. The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group is currently operating in the U.S. European Command area of operations conducting Theater Security Cooperation (TSC) engagements with Ukraine, Spain and Portugal. These engagements help to improve interoperability, increase regional maritime security, and are an outward sign of continued friendship. (Department of Defense photo by Navy Mass Communication Specialist Seaman David Danals)

USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT, Mediterranean Sea — An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 15 launches from the flight deck here Feb. 27, 2006. The carrier Roosevelt and embarked Carrier Air Wing 8 are currently under way to conduct maritime security operations. (Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Randall Damm)