North American F-86F SabreDesigned to meet a USAAF requirement for a day-fighter/escort fighter/dive-bomber, the F-86 was first flown on October 1st, 1947. The Sabre's swept-wing "flying tail" configuration and a hydraulic flight-control system were some of its many firsts in technology and design that have now become standard for jet-powered aircraft. Armed with six 50 caliber machine guns, the F-86 saw extensive action in the Korean War, where it was often pitted against the MiG-15. The Sabre pilot had to be in visual contact and within gun range of the enemy in order to attempt a shoot-down, thereby making this aircraft the last true "dogfighter" in Air Force inventory.© Copyright 2003-2020 The Flying Mule, Inc. Gulliver World Aircraft CollectionThe Gulliver "World Aircraft Collection" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.Gulliver "World Aircraft Collection" diecast airplanes feature:
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