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Honoring U-2R Pilot Capt. David Hawkens September 5, 2025
August 29, 2025 - A U.S. Air Force U-2 Dragon Lady ascends over RAF Fairford, England during the 30th anniversary memorial. The aircraft bore memorial nose art dedicated to Capt. David "Hawk" Hawkens, who died at the base when the U-2R experienced a malfunction after takeoff in 1995. Image created by USA Patriotism! from U.S. Air Force photos by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone. U.S. Air Force Gifts | U.S. Air Force | U.S. Department of Defense Americans | I Am An American! | We The People | America's Destiny | Give Thanks | Love and Pride of USA | National Will God and Country | One Nation Under God | America's Symbol | Old Glory | Hooray USA! | America, My Home! Our Valiant Troops | I Am The One | Answering The Call | Brave Young | Brave Blue | Our Heroes, America's Best Veterans | Citizens Like Us | Vietnam War Veterans | Spouses Serve Too Honoring The Fallen | Don't Weep For Me | Remember The Fallen | Tears For Your Fallen | Our Wounded |
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