4.2K views · 146 reactions | Did you know....? Our aircraft and pilots are capable of flying instrument flight rules (IFR). Our crews use IFR when visibility is (or is expected to be) decreased or obstructed. This is a very important component to our program. It allows us to fly in less than ideal weather conditions and also enhances safety for our crews. | Maryland State Police - Aviation Command | Facebook

When an F-16 crashed into a warehouse 👀 Six years ago, an F-16 crashed into a warehouse in Riverside, California, turning an ordinary day into a sudden, fast-moving emergency. Within minutes, firefighters, police, and medical crews rushed in, working to secure the scene, protect nearby businesses, and make sure the situation didn’t get worse. It was a stark reminder of how quickly things can change—and how much we rely on the training and coordination of first responders when they do. #aviation

1.6K views · 91 reactions | Master Trooper, Lance Shank with Maryland State Police Aviation Command wants to remind everyone that the Aviation Command 50th anniversary and open house is happening right now. We’ve got police vehicles, helicopters, SWAT vehicles and much more! Come out to the Frederick Municipal Aiport. We’ll be here until 2 p.m. | Maryland State Police | Facebook

Tonight: Remember the deadliest accident in aviation history—the explosive collision of two Boeing 747s on a runway in Spain. 583 people lost their lives in the tragic collision. ✈️ 🔥 Air Disasters: Disaster at Tenerife. 10PM. https://bit.ly/3ku88at | Smithsonian Channel Aviation Nation