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The Bison participated in the Indo-Pakistan wars of 1965 and 1971, the 1999 Kargil conflict, and the 2019 Balakot air strikes, but around 400 were written off, resulting in the deaths of over 200 pilots and more than 60 civilians, earning it grim nicknames such as the ‘Flying Coffin’ and ‘Widow Maker’.

Of the MiG series, still my favorite outside of the 15 and 17.

 

[Fatman17]

up!!!
We did it

 

[AZ_HighCountry]

YAY!!!!! We did it. #1486 is first post on Page 100!

LOL.....beat me to it even.

 

[Fatman17]

Combat Commanders School - CCS. PAF’s Top Gun

 

[AZ_HighCountry]

 

[AZ_HighCountry]

As soon as I can find higher resolution photos to post, other aircraft flown by the GA ANG include the F-4 Phantom and of course, @Fatman17 favorite; the F-86.

 

[AZ_HighCountry]

Add the F-100 to the list:

 

[Fatman17]

Quote of the Day
If you're ever faced with a forced landing at night, turn on the landing lights to see the landing area. If you don't like what you see, turn 'em back off.
-- Unknown

 

[Fatman17]

F-6 aka MiG-19 Farmer-C

 

[Fatman17]

The F-86 Sabre was an American swept-wing jet fighter developed in the late 1940s, first flown in October 1947 and entering service in 1949. It was a primary U.S. air-to-air fighter in the Korean War, achieving a strong kill ratio against the Soviet-built MiG-15. The Sabre was also built under license in several countries, including Canada, and was used by many nations, serving as a key NATO fighter and achieving legendary status in the Pakistan Air Force.

Development and Design

• Early Concept: The Sabre's design began in 1944 in response to a request for a high-altitude jet fighter.
  
  
• Swept-Wing Design: It was America's first swept-wing fighter, giving it superior performance compared to earlier straight-winged jets.
  
  
• Prototype: The XP-86 prototype made its first flight on October 1, 1947.
  

Korean War Service

• Adversary to the MiG-15:
  The F-86 Sabre was America's main jet fighter during the Korean War, facing the formidable MiG-15.
  
  
• "MiG Alley":
  The air combat over North Korea, particularly in the northwest region known as "MiG Alley," was a close match between the two fighters.
  
  
• Pilot Skill:
  American pilots' superior training and tactics, combined with the Sabre's capabilities, resulted in a favorable kill ratio, with the F-86 achieving "ace" status for many pilots.
  

Post-War and International Use

• Global Role:
  The Sabre was built by North American Aviation and under license in other countries, including Canada and Australia.
  
  
• NATO Contribution:
  Canada alone built over 1,800 Sabres and provided 300 to NATO for the aerial defense of Western Europe.
  
  
• Other Operators:
  The aircraft was widely used by numerous air forces, including those of Portugal, the UK, Germany, Japan, and Pakistan.
  
  
• Pakistan Air Force:
  In Pakistan, the F-86 Sabre achieved a legendary status, playing a decisive role in the Indo-Pakistan Wars of 1965 and 1971.
  

Legacy

• A Cold War Icon:
  The F-86 Sabre is considered one of the most important and successful fighters of the early jet age and the Cold War era.
  
  
• Service Life:
  The Sabre remained in service with various nations, including Pakistan's Air Force, until the 1980s.

 

[Fatman17]

 

[Fatman17]

F-35A

 

[AZ_HighCountry]

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F-35A

You mean "J", right?

This is an F-35:

 

[Fatman17]

 

[Fatman17]

The 1st 16 aircraft loop performed by the PAF and held the record until the RAF performed a 24 aircraft loop recently.