The U.S. Navy Boeing EA-18G Growler, based on the McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet and registered 166896 with military code AF-500, is shown performing air-to-air maneuvers at the Abbotsford International Airshow in Canada in 2025. Operated by unit VAQ-129 and featuring Vader tail art livery, this electronic warfare aircraft demonstrates operational capability, pilot skill, formation flying, and tactical aerial performance in public aviation events.

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