They currently fly the F-16 Fighting Falcon , a multi-role fighter jet. Their performances are famous for the Diamond formation —four jets flying in tight proximity—and solo maneuvers that push the aircraft's limits.
Created by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson, Thunderbirds is a landmark of "Supermarionation" (electronic puppetry) that debuted in September 1965. Thunderbirds
A 2025 Netflix documentary, Air Force Elite: Thunderbirds , provides a behind-the-scenes look at the extreme physical and mental demands placed on these pilots. 2. The Classic TV Series: Thunderbirds (1965) They currently fly the F-16 Fighting Falcon ,
