SUMMARY
NASA career photographer Jim Ross captured aerial images of Washington, D.C. from an F-18 fighter jet on July 4, 2026, as part of a flyover for America's 250th birthday. Equipped with a Nikon Z9, Ross also photographed an accompanying F-15 fighter during the Freedom 250 Flyover. Ross, who has been an aviation photographer at NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center since 1989, has documented significant NASA events throughout his nearly 40-year career.
TAKEAWAYS
Jim Ross photographed Washington D.C. from an F-18 jet for the US 250th anniversary.
He used a Nikon Z9 camera for the aerial shots.
Ross has worked as a NASA aviation photographer for nearly 40 years.
His work includes documenting major NASA flights and events.