U.S. Air Force Maj. Lauren Schlichting, USAF Air Demonstration Squadron Thunderbirds slot pilot, brings the aircraft to rest on the flight line at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, May 5, 2023. Schlichting is the only female pilot on the Thunderbirds and has over 2,000 flight hours, inspiring female Airmen throughout the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mikaela Smith)