F-15 Strike Eagle Show of Force

Shows of force have historically been undertaken mostly by a military actor unwilling to engage in all-out hostilities, but fearing to 'lose face' (i.e. to appear weak). By performing a carefully calculated provocation, the opponent is to be shown that violent confrontation remains an option, and that there will be no (or no further) backing off on the principle the show of force is to defend.[1] Shows of force may be actual military operations, but in times of official peace, they may also be limited to military exercises.[2]

Shows of force also work on a smaller scale – i.e. military forces on a tactical level using mock attacks to deter potential opponents, especially when a real attack on suspected (but unconfirmed) enemies might harm civilians. As an example, most air "attacks" during OEF and OIF have been simple shows of force where jet aircraft drop flares only while making loud, low-level passes. One recent 12-month report for Afghanistan noted 18,019 strike sorties by United States military aircraft, but weapons use in only 3,330 of these missions.[3]
LFA 7 Mach Loop

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[dough]

Surely that pilot must have spotted you on a previous loop... and WOW... he definitely gave you an EXCELLENT view.

[bobsurgranny]

That's some of the best mach loop footage I've seen.

[drinkingmany]

I worked on F-16s when I was in but our base had F-15s and A-10s at the time and there is something just awesome about watching all military aircraft that the little boy in me still just loves. 

[navnig]

Amazing how nimble they are for such a big aircraft!

[UKAviationMovies]

That first pass... OMG! What a stunner!

[thooke]

Anytime the F-15 flies anywhere or does anything it is a show of force! lol

[jijbuizen]

1st guy absolutely nailed it ... one ot best mach loop passes i've seen

[johnmcquillan]

One of the best F15 passes I think I've seen.

[sebastiangrumman]

That's known in the business as "fan service". So good even the car alarm was set off. Oh, and props to the cameraman for keeping it in-frame for the entire time.

[gaudiocrewe]

This has to be one of the best aviation videos ever. In fact I can't think of one better. And yes I watch hundreds of them ( sad ) But the F15 on the loud pedal, jinking with that backdrop? Superb stuff. I'm going to watch it for the next hour or so!!!!

[Fjay]

The f-15 strike eagle is truly a force to be reckoned with. My favourite air superiority fighter of all time!

[moxiedrapo]

Bad ass pilot showing what the Eagle can do!!! His wingman providing high cover, love our military🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[Wonkabar]

Great seeing the F-15 going so low in the mountains.

[daithilacha]

Now that's what you call turning and burning These are the muscle cars of the skies.

[mikew]

I'm fortunate that I live 3 miles from where the F-15 Eagles are produced, and that I see them and F/A-18 Hornets flying almost daily. I love when they are doing touch & go's since if the wind is from the West, their 9 o'clock turn onto their base leg is almost over my house. It's loud, but it's the sound of freedom!

[markflowers]

one of the best videos. Love F15s, they way the pilot banks bit just awesome

[chomidore]

This video will never get old. One of the best aviation videos on the tube.

[herrnasenbaer]

I could watch this all day long. Great flying, powerful aircraft and great filming. Thanks!

[LitoGeorge]

Best flying I've seen in a regular setting. Its the epitome of "hotdogging" it. Can you imagine how much fun that must be? Most awesome job in the world.

[smeary]

I want to thank you or this footage, brother. All the way from Australia. Mate, this is some awesome flying. Thanks for sharing.