He went into history as the first commander of a military air group in the United States: he was fired two weeks later.

The name of Zoe Kotnik occupied wide open spaces in the country's media two weeks ago after being named the first commander of a group of the US Air ForceHowever, last Monday was fired.

Captain Kotnik has been appointed Commander of the Demonstration Team F-16 Viper, but he was relieved by lack of confidence in their performance.

"I removed Captain Kotnik from his position as commander of the Viper demonstration team because I had lost confidence in his ability to lead the team."said Colonel Derek O Malley, commander of 20 Wing Aircraft.

In a message to friends and family members of the team via Facebook, O Malley explained that the woman made mistakes.

"I know that loss of confidence is a common reaction of the Air Force when someone is relieved of his duties as commander and I think it's important to understand why we are taking this step."

The demonstration team of the F-16 Viper is one of four aerobatic air command groups of the US Air Force (ACC).

Their demonstrations are used to recruit new members for the body, as well as to demonstrate pilots' skills in front of more than 10 million spectators a year.

"We have thousands of items that serve in the Air Force and none are perfect." Like everyone else, Captain Kotnik makes mistakes and I want to give him the opportunity to learn from them without being under the control of the public and be part of this great service. "O Malley added, from Shaw Air Force Base in South Carolina.

Kotnik shared on social networks a series of videos showing his work as a pilot aboard the F-16.

"In this kind of situation, I never forget that we are dealing with real human beings for which I am responsible.. These will be difficult times for Captain Kotnik, but she is surrounded by airmen who will help her to establish the route, "added the colonel.

First woman to occupy such an important position in the air force, Kotnik had become one of the most famous troops of the US Army, but his career was broken.

On January 29, the air force called "Sis" with great pomp, as Kotnik is known inside the body, commander. I hoped to take advantage of the noise that brought Marvel's upcoming film, "Captain Marvel", with Brie Larson, to boost the recruitment of new elements.

The next episode of the Marvel saga will feature a heroine who drives an F-16.

"I was hoping to have the first female pilot pilot here at Shaw, but also I am always excited about many other women who serve with great ability for our air force. I am proud and inspired to serve with them, "he concluded.

The biggest John WatersThe predecessor of Kotnik, will take over the command of the team.