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Building Partnerships During Bahrain International Air Show 2014

United States Air Forces Central

Jan. 16, 2014 | 1:59

U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM), U.S. Air Forces Central Command (USAFCENT) and U.S. Naval Forces Central Command (USNAVCENT) are supporting the Bahrain International Air Show (BIAS) 2014. This year's BIAS is scheduled for 16-18 January at Sakhir Air Base in Manama, Bahrain. It is anticipated this year's BIAS will attract up to 1,000 exhibitors from nearly 50 countries and more than 55,000 visitors. This year the United States is showcasing a variety of military aircraft through static displays, including the following: C-130J Hercules, F-15E Strike Eagle, F-18E/F Hornet, MV-22 Osprey, and UH-1Y Huey Venom, AH-1Z Viper and MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopters. The U.S. Air Force will also have a B1 lancer and F-22 Raptor flyby, but will not perform any aerial demonstrations. The aircrew and aircraft participating are all from locations in the CENTCOM AOR. The BIAS is an internationally acclaimed air shoe and is rapidly becoming a premiere aviation and air industry event. This event is just one way the United States and its allies and partners work together to promote security, stability and mutual interests in the region. U.S. participation also builds upon our strong relationship with Bahrain and enhances our relationships with other allies and partners in the region. Also available in high definition.