
The French Aerobatic Patrol performs a formation flyover in New York in this photo released yesterday, the first stop of a month and a half-long tour of the United States for the elite group. This tour is the first time in 30 years that the team has visited the United States, now commemorating the 100th anniversary of the U.S. entry into World War I. Originating in 1931 and also known as the Patrouille de France or PAF, the team is the world’s oldest and one of the most skilled demonstration teams.Xinhua |