Double Bar. The double bar symbol is used to denote certain kinds of norms in mathematics (e.g., or). It is also used to denote parallel lines, as in, and in an older notation for the covariant derivative. In this work, the notation or is reserved for matrix and function norms, respectively.
The F-4 Phantom II remained in use by the U.S. in the reconnaissance and Wild Weasel (Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses) roles in the 1991 Gulf War, finally leaving service in 1996. It was also the only aircraft used by both U.S. flight demonstration teams: the USAF Thunderbirds (F-4E) and the US Navy Blue Angels (F-4J).
With the coming of World War II, however, Latin American air units participated for the first time in truly foreign theaters. Here is seen a lineup of the famous P-47D Thunderbolts that were used by the 1st Brazilian Fighter Squadron during 1944 and 1945 in Italy against German and Italian Fascist forces.