Virtual Globetrotting: Airplanes - Military - Parked

Virtual Globetrotting: Airplanes - Military - Parked - Fighters http://virtualglobetrotting.com/ A great way to explore everything that can be seen from space! en-us Copyright 2009 admin@virtualglobetrotting.com (Nic) admin@virtualglobetrotting.com (Nic) Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:22:02 -0800 http://backend.userland.com/rss <![CDATA["23 Skidoo" P-38J Lightning at Chino]]>

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"23 Skidoo" P-38J Lightning at Chino
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By: Pdunn
@ 2009-11-09 13:22:02
"Easily one of the most recognizable fighters of its time because of its distinctive twin-boom design, the Lockheed P-38 Lightning was one of the most famous American warplanes of World War Two and the mount of America's two top aces—Dick Bong, who scored 40 aerial victories, and Tommy McGuire, who was credited with 38 kills. However, although more than 10,000 Lightnings were built during the war, the big fighter did not fit into the Air Corps' post-war plans and was soon retired from service.

Today, there are probably fewer than a score of intact Lightning airframes left in the world and only about half a dozen of those are flyable or restorable to flying condition. The most recent Lightning to be restored to flying condition is P-38J-20-LO serial 44-23314 which, after 28yr of inactivity, took to the skies once more at the Chino Airport in Southern California on July 22, 1988. Bearing the civil registration N29Q, this aircraft belongs to The Air Museum's "Planes of Fame" collection and was the object of a 13-month restoration project by Steve Hinton's Fighter Rebuilders crew at Chino and "Planes of Fame" volunteer workers.

Including its wartime service with the Army Air Corps, 44-23314 had a total of only 121hr on its airframe before restoration. It just flew for a short time with training squadrons in Texas and Florida during the last year of the war before being declared surplus."]]>

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MiGs (15, 17, 21) at Sussex County Airport

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MiGs (15, 17, 21) at Sussex County Airport
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By: Pdunn
@ 2009-10-27 14:07:07]]>

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MiGs (15, 17, 21) at Sussex County Airport
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By: Pdunn
@ 2009-10-27 14:07:07]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/migs-15-17-21-at-sussex-county-airport/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/migs-15-17-21-at-sussex-county-airport/ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:07:07 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/migs-15-17-21-at-sussex-county-airport/ 38.69192013 -75.36066050 <![CDATA[Yakovlev Yak-28P "Firebar"]]>

Yakovlev Yak-28P "Firebar"
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By: Rene73
@ 2009-10-26 13:00:38]]>

Yakovlev Yak-28P "Firebar"
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By: Rene73
@ 2009-10-26 13:00:38]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/yakovlev-yak-28p-firebar-2/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/yakovlev-yak-28p-firebar-2/ Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:00:38 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/yakovlev-yak-28p-firebar-2/ 53.09249000 26.03639600 <![CDATA[Tupolev Tu-128UT "Pelican"]]>

Tupolev Tu-128UT "Pelican"
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By: Rene73
@ 2009-10-24 10:07:10]]>

Tupolev Tu-128UT "Pelican"
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By: Rene73
@ 2009-10-24 10:07:10]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tupolev-tu-128ut-pelican/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tupolev-tu-128ut-pelican/ Sat, 24 Oct 2009 10:07:10 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tupolev-tu-128ut-pelican/ 56.25834600 34.39201400 <![CDATA[Colorful F-16 F-16C]]>

Colorful F-16 F-16C
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By: Rene73
@ 2009-10-22 11:23:36
F-16C Serial number 84-1393 was painted to commemorate the 111th FS "Ace in the Hole" 90th anniversary, officially on Nov. 3-4, 2007.

http://www.americasflyways.com/mar08story.html]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/colorful-f-16-f-16c/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/colorful-f-16-f-16c/ Thu, 22 Oct 2009 11:23:36 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/colorful-f-16-f-16c/ 29.61587200 -95.16747600 <![CDATA["Miss Van Nuys" P-51 Mustang]]>

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"Miss Van Nuys" P-51 Mustang
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By: Pdunn
@ 2009-10-11 15:02:30
This Mustang was the 1970 Air Racing national champion.

Serial #: 44-74423
Construction #:
122-40963
Civil Registration:
N6517D
N182XF
N182X
N64CL
Model: P-51D-30NA
Name: Miss Van Nuys
Status: Airworthy
Last Info: 2006
Note: FAA changed id to 44-10216, 1967. This could possibly be as a result of using 44-10216 as a parts source for rebuild.
History:
Delivered to RCAF as 9595.
- BOC: Nov. 8, 1950.
- SOC: Aug. 14, 1959.
James H. Defuria/Intercontinental Airways, Canastota, NY, July 21, 1958-1959.
- Registered as N6517D.
Madison Aviation Corp, Canastota, NY, Nov. 11, 1959.
Naylor Aviation Inc, Clinton, MD, Nov. 12, 1959.
North American Maritime Corp, Cambridge, MA, Nov. 1959-1962.
- Registered as NX182F.
Hamilton Aircraft Co, Tucson, AZ, Oct. 2, 1962.
Hillcrest Aviation Industries, Lewiston, ID, Nov. 1, 1962-1964.
California Airmotive Corp, Burbank, CA, May 1, 1964-1970.
- Registered as N182X.
- Operated by Clay Lacy as race #64 "Miss Santa Barbara".
H. Clay Lacy, Van Nuys, CA, 1970-2006.
- Registered as N64CL.
- Flown as race #64 "Miss Van Nuys".]]>

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"NX909TC" F7F-3N Tigercat at Van Nuys
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By: Pdunn
@ 2009-10-11 11:08:45
Unusual for a fighter, the Tigercat was designed for use aboard larger Midway-class aircraft carriers. Sped into production before the first prototype flew, the Tigercat was intended as a close air support aircraft in the later stages of WWII for the numerous landing operations underway in the Pacific. However, after VJ-Day, their production was halted, resulting in no Tigercats seeing action during WWII. Of the fewer than 100 built, today only six remain airworthy.

NX909TC
cn C.167
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McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-09-30 09:25:00
The McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) F-15 Eagle is a twin-engine, all-weather tactical fighter designed to gain and maintain air superiority in aerial combat. Developed for the United States Air Force, it first flew in July 1972, and is one of the most recognized modern fighters. The F-15 is expected to remain in service until 2025. Despite originally being envisaged as a pure air superiority aircraft, the design proved flexible enough that an all-weather strike derivative, the F-15E Strike Eagle, was later developed, and entered service in 1989.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mcdonnell-douglas-f-15-eagle-2/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mcdonnell-douglas-f-15-eagle-2/ Wed, 30 Sep 2009 09:25:00 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mcdonnell-douglas-f-15-eagle-2/ 25.48907000 -80.39105600 <![CDATA[Saudi Panavia Tornado]]>

Saudi Panavia Tornado
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-09-16 09:25:18
The Panavia Tornado is a family of twin-engine combat aircraft, which was jointly developed by the United Kingdom, West Germany and Italy. There are three primary versions of the Tornado; the Tornado IDS (Interdictor/Strike) fighter-bomber, the suppression of enemy air defences Tornado ECR (Electronic Combat/ Reconnaissance) and the Tornado ADV (Air Defence Variant) interceptor. In 2008 Air Forces Monthly labelled the aircraft "for more than a quarter of a century... the most important military aircraft in Western Europe."]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/saudi-panavia-tornado/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/saudi-panavia-tornado/ Wed, 16 Sep 2009 09:25:18 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/saudi-panavia-tornado/ 28.36113000 36.62275600 <![CDATA[North American F-86F Sabre]]>

North American F-86F Sabre
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-09-04 10:22:42
The North American Aviation F-86 Sabre (sometimes called the Sabrejet) was a transonic jet fighter aircraft. The Sabre is best known for its Korean War role where it was pitted against the Soviet MiG-15 and obtained UN air superiority. Although developed in the late 1940s and outdated by the end of the 1950s, the Sabre proved adaptable and continued as a front line fighter in air forces until the last active front line examples were retired by the Bolivian Air Force in 1994.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/north-american-f-86f-sabre-2/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/north-american-f-86f-sabre-2/ Fri, 04 Sep 2009 10:22:42 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/north-american-f-86f-sabre-2/ -37.66821700 176.19773600 <![CDATA[Nanchang CJ-6A]]>

Nanchang CJ-6A
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-09-03 12:54:07
The Nanchang CJ-6 is an aircraft designed and built in China for use by the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) as a basic trainer.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/nanchang-cj-6a-1/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/nanchang-cj-6a-1/ Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:54:07 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/nanchang-cj-6a-1/ -32.09069800 115.88166700 <![CDATA[Grumman F-14 Tomcat]]>

Grumman F-14 Tomcat
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-08-04 16:29:25
The Grumman F-14 Tomcat is a supersonic, twin-engine, two-seat, variable-sweep wing aircraft. The F-14 was the United States Navy's primary maritime air superiority fighter, fleet defense interceptor and tactical reconnaissance platform from 1974 to 2006. It later performed precision strike missions once it was integrated with the Low Altitude Navigation and Targeting Infrared for Night LANTIRN system. The F-14 was developed after the collapse of the F-111B project, and was the first of the American teen-series fighters which were designed incorporating the experience of air combat against MiGs during the Vietnam War.]]>

Konya Air Base
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By: KRL
@ 2009-07-16 15:12:48
43 Fighters parked in a row on northern loop. Looks like F-16's.

Several helicopter shadows' beside hard hangars on the southern loop. A couple of Cobras' at least. F-5's and more blury F-16's on southeast loop.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/konya-air-base/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/konya-air-base/ Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:12:48 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/konya-air-base/ 37.97857400 32.56090200 <![CDATA[US Navy F/A-18 Hornet at Canadian L3 Communications facility]]>

US Navy F/A-18 Hornet at Canadian L3 Communications facility

US Navy F/A-18 Hornet at Canadian L3 Communications facility
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-06-05 08:54:04
L-3 Communications' MAS (L-3 MAS) subsidiary in Mirabel, Quebec has been contracted by The Boeing Company to repair F/A-18 aircraft Outer Wing Panels for the U.S. Navy. That would explain this Hornet's truncated wings.

Outer Wing Panels are a basic structural component of the F/A-18 wing, which is typically folded up during aircraft carrier operations or in confined spaces. These repairs mitigate the risk of critical failures due to age, corrosion and metal fatigue, as part of corrective maintenance procedures for the aircraft. The U.S. Navy currently operates over 800 F/A-18 aircraft. ]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/us-navy-f-a-18-hornet-at-canadian-l3-communications-facility/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/us-navy-f-a-18-hornet-at-canadian-l3-communications-facility/ Fri, 05 Jun 2009 08:54:04 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/us-navy-f-a-18-hornet-at-canadian-l3-communications-facility/ 45.67600300 -74.08261300 <![CDATA[De Havilland Vampire]]>

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De Havilland Vampire
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By: Parabellum
@ 2009-05-28 14:09:27
Either
de Havilland Vampire F.1 VF301 Only Mk.1 Vampire in the UK
Or
de Havilland Vampire T.11 XD626 Storage area but should be viewable]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/de-havilland-vampire-1/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/de-havilland-vampire-1/ Thu, 28 May 2009 14:09:27 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/de-havilland-vampire-1/ 52.36905500 -1.48796400 <![CDATA[Saab JAS-39 "Gripen"]]>

Saab JAS-39 "Gripen"
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By: Rene73
@ 2009-05-24 10:11:50]]>

Saab JAS-39 "Gripen"
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By: Rene73
@ 2009-05-24 10:11:50]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/saab-jas-39-gripen-1/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/saab-jas-39-gripen-1/ Sun, 24 May 2009 10:11:50 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/saab-jas-39-gripen-1/ 58.40753900 15.66432900 <![CDATA[Yemen Air Force Sukhoi Su-22s]]>

Yemen Air Force Sukhoi Su-22s
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-05-12 08:52:10
The Sukhoi Su-17 (NATO reporting name: "Fitter") was a Soviet attack aircraft developed from the Sukhoi Su-7 fighter-bomber. It enjoyed a long career in Soviet, later Russian, service and was widely exported to Eastern Bloc and Middle Eastern air forces.

50 Su-22 have served with the Yemen Air Force, with a number remaining active.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/yemen-air-force-sukhoi-su-22s/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/yemen-air-force-sukhoi-su-22s/ Tue, 12 May 2009 08:52:10 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/yemen-air-force-sukhoi-su-22s/ 15.47183300 44.21631200 <![CDATA[AV-8 Harrier]]>

AV-8 Harrier
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-05-06 09:38:58
Probably used for deck training on the various carriers that port here.]]>

AV-8 Harrier
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-05-06 09:38:58
Probably used for deck training on the various carriers that port here.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/av-8-harrier/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/av-8-harrier/ Wed, 06 May 2009 09:38:58 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/av-8-harrier/ 32.66023400 -117.12279800 <![CDATA[1964 Saab J35 Draken Aircraft For Sale $300,000]]>

1964 Saab J35 Draken Aircraft For Sale $300,000

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1964 Saab J35 Draken Aircraft For Sale $300,000
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-05-06 08:28:32
The Saab 35 Draken (Dragon) is a second-generation supersonic interceptor with a distinctive double delta wing. The decision to develop the Saab 35 Draken supersonic fighter, which introduced what was perhaps the most daring chapter so far in the history of the Swedish aircraft industry, had been taken as far back as 1949. After much research including flight-testing of a 70 percent scale aircraft, the first prototype of the innovative double-delta Draken flew in late 1955 and Sweden’s first Mach 2 fighter was a reality, entering production in 1957.

The J35A Draken entered service in 1959 and was followed by five different versions for the Swedish Air Force, including the all-weather J35F with its then advanced radar, infra-red search and track system, and both radar and IR guided missiles. In all, 612 Drakens were built between 1955 and 1972. Of these, 51 were exported to Denmark, Finland assembled 12 under license and later bought a number of ex-Swedish aircraft, and Austria ordered 24 modified Drakens.

The single-seat combat aircraft has, a single engine and is equipped with two 30mm automatic cannons and Sidewinder air-to-air guided weapons. The fuselage is round with small canopy, extending beyond the trailing edge of the tail fin, which is small and is highly swept along both leading and trailing edge. Small oval air intakes are located on either side of the fuselage. There are several versions of this aircraft and the type can operate from small airfields.
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Two Lockheed F-22 Raptors at Skunkworks
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-04-28 16:30:20]]>

Two Lockheed F-22 Raptors at Skunkworks
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-04-28 16:30:20]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/two-lockheed-f-22-raptors-at-skunkworks/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/two-lockheed-f-22-raptors-at-skunkworks/ Tue, 28 Apr 2009 16:30:20 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/two-lockheed-f-22-raptors-at-skunkworks/ 34.61827600 -118.11528600 <![CDATA[Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 Raptor]]>

Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 Raptor
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-03-30 14:59:40
The Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 Raptor is a fifth-generation fighter aircraft that uses stealth technology. It is primarily an air superiority fighter, but has multiple capabilities that include ground attack, electronic warfare, and signals intelligence roles. Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is the prime contractor and is responsible for the majority of the airframe, weapon systems and final assembly of the F-22. Program partner Boeing Integrated Defense Systems provides the wings, aft fuselage, avionics integration, and all of the pilot and maintenance training systems.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-boeing-f-22-raptor-4/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-boeing-f-22-raptor-4/ Mon, 30 Mar 2009 14:59:40 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-boeing-f-22-raptor-4/ 37.07779200 -76.36421000 <![CDATA[Acres of MiGs and SUs in Lviv]]>

Acres of MiGs and SUs in Lviv
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By: Gosell
@ 2009-03-17 20:31:43
Lots of fighter aircraft that don't look very active.

Possibly the “LDARZ” state aviation maintenance plant (Lviv)]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/acres-of-migs-and-sus-in-lviv/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/acres-of-migs-and-sus-in-lviv/ Tue, 17 Mar 2009 20:31:43 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/acres-of-migs-and-sus-in-lviv/ 49.81669300 23.94053900 <![CDATA[Two Yak-52 at Hayward Executive Airport]]>

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Two Yak-52 at Hayward Executive Airport
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By: Pdunn
@ 2009-03-17 11:40:17]]>

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Two Yak-52 at Hayward Executive Airport
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By: Pdunn
@ 2009-03-17 11:40:17]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/two-yak-52-at-hayward-executive-airport/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/two-yak-52-at-hayward-executive-airport/ Tue, 17 Mar 2009 11:40:17 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/two-yak-52-at-hayward-executive-airport/ 37.66409045 -122.12416812 <![CDATA[Grumman F-14 Tomcats]]>

Grumman F-14 Tomcats
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-03-15 12:22:20
The Grumman F-14 Tomcat is a supersonic, twin-engine, two-seat, variable-sweep wing aircraft. The F-14 was the United States Navy's primary maritime air superiority fighter, fleet defense interceptor and tactical reconnaissance platform from 1974 to 2006. It later performed precision strike missions once it was integrated with the Low Altitude Navigation and Targeting Infrared for Night LANTIRN system. The F-14 was developed after the collapse of the F-111B project, and was the first of the American teen-series fighters which were designed incorporating the experience of air combat against MiGs during the Vietnam War.]]>

Possible Target at Warren Grove Gunnery Range

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Possible Target at Warren Grove Gunnery Range
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By: skyeye
@ 2009-03-14 17:49:10
This fighter jet may be a range target. Need an ID for it.]]>

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Possible Target at Warren Grove Gunnery Range
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By: skyeye
@ 2009-03-14 17:49:10
This fighter jet may be a range target. Need an ID for it.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/possible-target-at-warren-grove-gunnery-range/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/possible-target-at-warren-grove-gunnery-range/ Sat, 14 Mar 2009 17:49:10 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/possible-target-at-warren-grove-gunnery-range/ 39.70804500 -74.41269600 <![CDATA[British Panavia Tornado at Sheik Isa Airbase]]>

British Panavia Tornado at Sheik Isa Airbase

British Panavia Tornado at Sheik Isa Airbase
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-03-14 11:06:56
The Panavia Tornado is a family of twin-engine combat aircraft, which was jointly developed by the United Kingdom, West Germany and Italy. There are three primary versions of the Tornado; the Tornado IDS (Interdictor/Strike) fighter-bomber, the suppression of enemy air defences Tornado ECR (Electronic Combat/ Reconnaissance) and the Tornado ADV (Air Defence Variant) interceptor. It is one of the world's most sophisticated and capable interdiction and attack aircraft, with a large payload, long range and high survivability.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/british-panavia-tornado-at-sheik-isa-airbase/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/british-panavia-tornado-at-sheik-isa-airbase/ Sat, 14 Mar 2009 11:06:56 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/british-panavia-tornado-at-sheik-isa-airbase/ 25.91748400 50.58619900 <![CDATA[Three Eurofighter Typhoons]]>

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Three Eurofighter Typhoons
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-03-13 16:03:29
The Eurofighter Typhoon is a twin-engine canard-delta wing multirole aircraft. It is being designed and built by a consortium of three separate partner companies: Alenia Aeronautica, BAE Systems, and EADS working through a holding company Eurofighter GmbH which was formed in 1986. The project is managed by NETMA (NATO Eurofighter and Tornado Management Agency) which acts as the prime customer.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/three-eurofighter-typhoons/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/three-eurofighter-typhoons/ Fri, 13 Mar 2009 16:03:29 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/three-eurofighter-typhoons/ 32.18795500 -110.88319200 <![CDATA[Panavia Tornado - D-9591 (Prototype P.01)]]>

Panavia Tornado - D-9591 (Prototype P.01)

Panavia Tornado - D-9591 (Prototype P.01)
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By: bubaonline
@ 2009-03-13 07:18:57
D-9591, the initial prototype (P.01), was first flown from Manching in Germany by British Aircraft Corporation (BAC) chief test pilot Paul Millet.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/panavia-tornado-d-9591-prototype-p-01/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/panavia-tornado-d-9591-prototype-p-01/ Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:18:57 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/panavia-tornado-d-9591-prototype-p-01/ 48.31538900 11.93679000 <![CDATA[Sukhoi Su-35BM]]>

Sukhoi Su-35BM
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By: neotrix
@ 2009-03-13 03:15:46
http://www.airliners.net/photo/Russia---Air/Sukhoi-Su-35BM/1256159&tbl=&photo_nr=0&sok=&sort=&prev_id=&next_id=NEXTID
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http://militaryenthusiast.blogspot.com/2009/02/su-35-multi-role-air-superiority.html]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sukhoi-su-35bm/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sukhoi-su-35bm/ Fri, 13 Mar 2009 03:15:46 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sukhoi-su-35bm/ 55.57160000 38.14656400 <![CDATA[Mikoyan MiG-31 "Foxhound"]]>

Mikoyan MiG-31 "Foxhound"
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By: Rene73
@ 2009-03-11 01:26:56]]>

Mikoyan MiG-31 "Foxhound"
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By: Rene73
@ 2009-03-11 01:26:56]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mikoyan-mig-31-foxhound/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mikoyan-mig-31-foxhound/ Wed, 11 Mar 2009 01:26:56 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mikoyan-mig-31-foxhound/ 57.90930400 56.02464900 <![CDATA[Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 "Fishbed"]]>

Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 "Fishbed"
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By: Rene73
@ 2009-03-11 01:18:09]]>

Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 "Fishbed"
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By: Rene73
@ 2009-03-11 01:18:09]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mikoyan-gurevich-mig-21-fishbed/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mikoyan-gurevich-mig-21-fishbed/ Wed, 11 Mar 2009 01:18:09 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mikoyan-gurevich-mig-21-fishbed/ 49.43679000 17.41067800 <![CDATA[Panavia Tornadoes at Eglin AFB]]>

Panavia Tornadoes at Eglin AFB
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-02-17 16:29:12]]>

Panavia Tornadoes at Eglin AFB
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-02-17 16:29:12]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/panavia-tornadoes-at-eglin-afb/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/panavia-tornadoes-at-eglin-afb/ Tue, 17 Feb 2009 16:29:12 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/panavia-tornadoes-at-eglin-afb/ 30.48686100 -86.55801500 <![CDATA[McDonnell Douglas F-15 "Eagle"]]>

BEV

McDonnell Douglas F-15 "Eagle"
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By: Rene73
@ 2009-02-06 12:34:17]]>

BEV

McDonnell Douglas F-15 "Eagle"
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By: Rene73
@ 2009-02-06 12:34:17]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mcdonnell-douglas-f-15-eagle-1/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mcdonnell-douglas-f-15-eagle-1/ Fri, 06 Feb 2009 12:34:17 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mcdonnell-douglas-f-15-eagle-1/ 35.34189227 -77.96600875 <![CDATA[F-18 & F-14 test beds]]>

F-18 & F-14 test beds
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-01-31 12:30:03]]>

F-18 & F-14 test beds
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-01-31 12:30:03]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-18-f-14-test-beds/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-18-f-14-test-beds/ Sat, 31 Jan 2009 12:30:03 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-18-f-14-test-beds/ 38.26157400 -76.43358000 <![CDATA[Grumman F-14 "Tomcat"]]>

Grumman F-14 "Tomcat"
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By: Rene73
@ 2009-01-20 06:36:07]]>

Grumman F-14 "Tomcat"
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By: Rene73
@ 2009-01-20 06:36:07]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/grumman-f-14-tomcat-2/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/grumman-f-14-tomcat-2/ Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:36:07 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/grumman-f-14-tomcat-2/ 35.29298400 139.66498900 <![CDATA[Iowa Air National Guard 132nd Fighter Squadron Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcons]]>

Iowa Air National Guard 132nd Fighter Squadron Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcons

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Iowa Air National Guard 132nd Fighter Squadron Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcons
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-01-03 13:09:57]]>

BEV

Iowa Air National Guard 132nd Fighter Squadron Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcons
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By: kjfitz
@ 2009-01-03 13:09:57]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/iowa-air-national-guard-132nd-fighter-squadron-lockheed-martin-f-16-fighting-falcons/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/iowa-air-national-guard-132nd-fighter-squadron-lockheed-martin-f-16-fighting-falcons/ Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:09:57 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/iowa-air-national-guard-132nd-fighter-squadron-lockheed-martin-f-16-fighting-falcons/ 41.53969000 -93.66182600 <![CDATA[T-6 Texan Warbird]]>

BEV

T-6 Texan Warbird
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By: milwhcky
@ 2008-11-23 23:01:48
A WWII fighter training aircraft used by Warbird Adventures - a business that offers several flight packages for anyone wishing to fly in one of these vintage planes.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/t-6-texan-warbird/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/t-6-texan-warbird/ Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:01:48 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/t-6-texan-warbird/ 28.29468100 -81.44619200 <![CDATA[MiG-17 Fresco]]>

BEV

MiG-17 Fresco
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-11-06 09:47:13]]>

BEV

MiG-17 Fresco
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-11-06 09:47:13]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mig-17-fresco-1/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mig-17-fresco-1/ Thu, 06 Nov 2008 09:47:13 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mig-17-fresco-1/ 37.36509000 -120.55815800 <![CDATA[Two McDonnell Douglas F-4J Phantom II]]>

Two McDonnell Douglas F-4J Phantom II
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-09-24 16:03:15
The McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II is a two-seat, twin-engined, all-weather, long-range supersonic fighter-bomber originally developed for the U.S. Navy by McDonnell Aircraft.

The United Kingdom bought versions based on the USN F-4J for use with the Royal Air Force and the Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm. The main differences were the use of the British Rolls-Royce Spey engines and of British-made avionics. The RN and RAF versions were given the designation F-4K and F-4M respectively, and entered service as the Phantom FG.1 (fighter/ground attack) and Phantom FGR.2 (fighter/ground attack/reconnaissance).

After the Falklands War, 15 upgraded ex-USN F-4Js, known as the F-4J(UK) entered RAF service to compensate for one interceptor squadron redeployed to the Falklands.

Around 15 RAF squadrons received various marks of Phantom, many of them based in Germany. The first to be equipped was 6 Squadron at RAF Leuchars in July 1969. One noteworthy deployment was to 43 Squadron where Phantom FG1s remained the squadron equipment for a remarkable twenty years, arriving in September 1969 and departing in July 1989. During this period the squadron was based throughout at Leuchars.

The interceptor Phantoms were replaced by the Panavia Tornado F3 from the late 1980s onwards, and the last British Phantoms were retired in October 1992 when 74 Squadron disbanded.]]>

Panavia Tornado F3
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-09-24 13:21:31
The Panavia Tornado Air Defence Variant (ADV) is a fighter interceptor version of the Panavia Tornado in service with the Royal Air Force. The aircraft's first flight was on 27 October 1979 and entered service in 1986. It is a long-ranged twin engine aircraft, originally designed to intercept Soviet bombers as they came in from the east to strike the United Kingdom. The Tornado ADV for the Royal Saudi Air Force were produced to F3 standard. Both the RAF and RSAF are replacing the Tornado ADV with the Eurofighter Typhoon.]]>

Hawker Siddeley Hawk T1
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-09-24 13:14:02
The BAE Systems Hawk is a British advanced jet trainer which first flew in 1974 as the Hawker Siddeley Hawk. It is used by the Royal Air Force, and other air forces, as either a trainer or a low-cost combat aircraft. The Hawk is still in production with over 900 Hawks sold to 18 customers around the world.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hawker-siddeley-hawk-t1/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hawker-siddeley-hawk-t1/ Wed, 24 Sep 2008 13:14:02 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hawker-siddeley-hawk-t1/ 51.16311800 -1.74964200 <![CDATA[MiG-21 "Fishbed"]]>

MiG-21 "Fishbed"
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By: adrbr
@ 2008-09-13 09:06:31]]>

MiG-21 "Fishbed"
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By: adrbr
@ 2008-09-13 09:06:31]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mig-21-fishbed/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mig-21-fishbed/ Sat, 13 Sep 2008 09:06:31 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mig-21-fishbed/ 23.29126400 69.67762600 <![CDATA[RAF Panavia Tornado F3]]>

RAF Panavia Tornado F3
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-09-04 16:53:51
The Panavia Tornado is a family of twin-engine combat aircraft, which was jointly developed by the United Kingdom, West Germany and Italy. There are three primary versions of the Tornado; the Tornado IDS (Interdictor/Strike) fighter-bomber, the suppression of enemy air defences Tornado ECR (Electronic Combat/Reconnaissance) and the Tornado ADV (Air Defence Variant) interceptor. It is one of the world's most sophisticated and capable interdiction and attack aircraft, with a large payload, long range and high survivability.

Developed and built by Panavia, a tri-national consortium consisting of British Aerospace (then the British Aircraft Corporation), MBB of West Germany, and Alenia Aeronautica of Italy, the Tornado first flew on August 14, 1974, and saw action with the RAF and AMI (Italian Air Force) in the Gulf War. International co-operation continued after its entry into service within the Tri-National Tornado Training Establishment, a tri-nation training and evaluation unit operating from RAF Cottesmore, England. Including all variants, 992 aircraft were built for the three partner nations and Saudi Arabia.]]>

Four private jet fighters
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-08-20 17:03:07]]>

Four private jet fighters
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-08-20 17:03:07]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/four-private-jet-fighters/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/four-private-jet-fighters/ Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:03:07 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/four-private-jet-fighters/ 43.97834000 -88.56066500 <![CDATA[Czech Republic - Air Force MiG-21]]>

Czech Republic - Air Force MiG-21
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-07-26 20:28:16]]>

Czech Republic - Air Force MiG-21
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-07-26 20:28:16]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/czech-republic-air-force-mig-21/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/czech-republic-air-force-mig-21/ Sat, 26 Jul 2008 20:28:16 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/czech-republic-air-force-mig-21/ 48.17035300 -122.15298000 <![CDATA[Cavalier T Mark 2 Mustang 68-15795]]>

BEV

Cavalier T Mark 2 Mustang 68-15795
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By: Parabellum
@ 2008-07-20 15:18:08]]>

BEV

Cavalier T Mark 2 Mustang 68-15795
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By: Parabellum
@ 2008-07-20 15:18:08]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/cavalier-t-mark-2-mustang-68-15795/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/cavalier-t-mark-2-mustang-68-15795/ Sun, 20 Jul 2008 15:18:08 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/cavalier-t-mark-2-mustang-68-15795/ 44.89303800 -93.20405300 <![CDATA[Chinese Fighters]]>

Chinese Fighters
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By: KRL
@ 2008-07-11 12:53:16
26 Fighters parked on two main ramps and scattered blast protected ramps to the north.]]>

Chinese Fighters
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By: KRL
@ 2008-07-11 12:53:16
26 Fighters parked on two main ramps and scattered blast protected ramps to the north.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/chinese-fighters-1/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/chinese-fighters-1/ Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:53:16 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/chinese-fighters-1/ 40.30437100 120.35674800 <![CDATA[Dassault Rafale]]>

Dassault Rafale
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-07-06 12:41:46]]>

Dassault Rafale
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-07-06 12:41:46]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/dassault-rafale/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/dassault-rafale/ Sun, 06 Jul 2008 12:41:46 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/dassault-rafale/ 47.98415908 1.77082658 <![CDATA[SEPECAT Jaguar]]>

SEPECAT Jaguar
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-07-06 12:41:30]]>

SEPECAT Jaguar
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-07-06 12:41:30]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sepecat-jaguar-1/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sepecat-jaguar-1/ Sun, 06 Jul 2008 12:41:30 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sepecat-jaguar-1/ 47.98437451 1.77167416 <![CDATA[Retired Fighters]]>

Retired Fighters
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By: gamma
@ 2008-06-27 17:32:58]]>

Retired Fighters
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By: gamma
@ 2008-06-27 17:32:58]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/retired-fighters/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/retired-fighters/ Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:32:58 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/retired-fighters/ 38.60300800 21.36935800 <![CDATA[Chinese Chengdu J-10 fighters]]>

Chinese Chengdu J-10 fighters
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-05-27 17:05:56
The Chengdu J-10 is a multirole fighter aircraft designed and produced by the People's Republic of China's Chengdu Aircraft Industry Corporation (CAC) with considerable foreign technological input for the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF). Known in the West as the "Vigorous Dragon", the J-10 is designed to be equally useful in both the fighter and light bomber roles and is optimized for all-weather day/night operation.

The J-10 next-generation fighter program remained a top-secret classified project until December 29th 2006, when the Xinhua News Agency officially disclosed its active duty status with the PLAAF.]]>

Fighters far from the nearest runway
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-05-20 20:43:00
They would have to use the highway to access the runway to the ENE.]]>

Fighters far from the nearest runway
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-05-20 20:43:00
They would have to use the highway to access the runway to the ENE.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/fighters-far-from-the-nearest-runway/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/fighters-far-from-the-nearest-runway/ Tue, 20 May 2008 20:43:00 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/fighters-far-from-the-nearest-runway/ 34.56127500 105.83821900 <![CDATA[Chengdu J-7 (MiG-21) fighters]]>

Chengdu J-7 (MiG-21) fighters
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-05-20 17:04:12
The Chengdu J-7 (export versions F-7) is a People's Republic of China-built fighter jet derived from the Russian Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21. It serves in the air forces of some nations. The production ceased in 2006. It is an upgraded version of the original MiG-21 with more modern avionics and weaponry. It serves mostly as an interceptor in the air forces that operate it.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/chengdu-j-7-mig-21-fighters/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/chengdu-j-7-mig-21-fighters/ Tue, 20 May 2008 17:04:12 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/chengdu-j-7-mig-21-fighters/ 30.70817200 103.95807100 <![CDATA[How to assemble an F-16 in four easy steps]]>

How to assemble an F-16 in four easy steps

BEV

How to assemble an F-16 in four easy steps
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-03-30 06:03:17
Click on the various compass views and see (depending on sequence of the images) this F-16 being assembled or disassembled, piece by piece.

I imaging it either just came in by C-130, or is about to be ferried by one.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/how-to-assemble-an-f-16-in-four-easy-steps/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/how-to-assemble-an-f-16-in-four-easy-steps/ Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:03:17 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/how-to-assemble-an-f-16-in-four-easy-steps/ 40.65932700 -89.69352800 <![CDATA[Aero Vodochody L-29 Delphin at Paige Field]]>

Aero Vodochody L-29 Delphin at Paige Field

BEV

Aero Vodochody L-29 Delphin at Paige Field
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-03-28 05:11:34]]>

BEV

Aero Vodochody L-29 Delphin at Paige Field
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-03-28 05:11:34]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/aero-vodochody-l-29-delphin-at-paige-field/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/aero-vodochody-l-29-delphin-at-paige-field/ Fri, 28 Mar 2008 05:11:34 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/aero-vodochody-l-29-delphin-at-paige-field/ 26.58261900 -81.85775500 <![CDATA[F/A-18 "Super Hornet" (Clearly a Tiger Squadron!)]]>

F/A-18 "Super Hornet" (Clearly a Tiger Squadron!)

BEV

F/A-18 "Super Hornet" (Clearly a Tiger Squadron!)
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-26 09:48:39]]>

BEV

F/A-18 "Super Hornet" (Clearly a Tiger Squadron!)
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-26 09:48:39]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-a-18-super-hornet-clearly-a-tiger-squadron/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-a-18-super-hornet-clearly-a-tiger-squadron/ Wed, 26 Mar 2008 09:48:39 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-a-18-super-hornet-clearly-a-tiger-squadron/ 32.47063276 -80.72556974 <![CDATA[MiG-29 as target]]>

BEV

MiG-29 as target
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-03-25 05:30:27
On a mock airstrip in Fort Chaffe]]>

BEV

MiG-29 as target
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-03-25 05:30:27
On a mock airstrip in Fort Chaffe]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mig-29-as-target/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mig-29-as-target/ Tue, 25 Mar 2008 05:30:27 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mig-29-as-target/ 35.25293800 -94.08534000 <![CDATA[Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-17 "Fresco"]]>

BEV

Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-17 "Fresco"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-15 17:10:54]]>

BEV

Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-17 "Fresco"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-15 17:10:54]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mikoyan-gurevich-mig-17-fresco/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mikoyan-gurevich-mig-17-fresco/ Sat, 15 Mar 2008 17:10:54 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mikoyan-gurevich-mig-17-fresco/ 47.61931920 -117.52536732 <![CDATA[Supermarine Spitfire]]>

BEV

Supermarine Spitfire
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-12 12:58:58]]>

BEV

Supermarine Spitfire
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-12 12:58:58]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/supermarine-spitfire-1/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/supermarine-spitfire-1/ Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:58:58 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/supermarine-spitfire-1/ 51.32009254 0.03772321 <![CDATA[SEPECAT Jaguar]]>

BEV

SEPECAT Jaguar
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-12 12:58:43]]>

BEV

SEPECAT Jaguar
[Info] [GM] [BM] [YM]
By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-12 12:58:43]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sepecat-jaguar/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sepecat-jaguar/ Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:58:43 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sepecat-jaguar/ 43.61885327 1.38752124 <![CDATA[McDonnell Douglas AV-8B "Harrier II"]]>

McDonnell Douglas AV-8B "Harrier II"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-11 13:51:40]]>

McDonnell Douglas AV-8B "Harrier II"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-11 13:51:40]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mcdonnell-douglas-av-8b-harrier-ii/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mcdonnell-douglas-av-8b-harrier-ii/ Tue, 11 Mar 2008 13:51:40 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mcdonnell-douglas-av-8b-harrier-ii/ 36.22824214 -115.04732609 <![CDATA[Dassault Mirage 2000]]>

Dassault Mirage 2000
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-11 13:51:30]]>

Dassault Mirage 2000
[Info] [GM] [BM] [YM]
By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-11 13:51:30]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/dassault-mirage-2000-1/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/dassault-mirage-2000-1/ Tue, 11 Mar 2008 13:51:30 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/dassault-mirage-2000-1/ 36.22934127 -115.04818439 <![CDATA[North American F-86F Sabre]]>

BEV

North American F-86F Sabre
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By: adrbr
@ 2008-03-09 09:05:11
Portugal - Air Force North American F-86F Sabre

General characteristics
Crew: 1
Length: 37 ft 1 in (11.4 m)
Wingspan: 37 ft 0 in (11.3 m)
Height: 14 ft 1 in (4.5 m)
Wing area: 313.4 sq ft (29.11 m²)
Empty weight: 11,125 lb (5,046 kg)
Loaded weight: 15,198 lb (6,894 kg)
Max takeoff weight: 18,152 lb (8,234 kg)
Powerplant: 1× General Electric J47-GE-27 turbojet, 5,910 lbf (maximum thrust at 7.950 rpm for five min) (26.3 kN)
Fuel provisions Internal fuel load: 437 gallons (1,650 l), Drop tanks: 2 x 200 gallons (756 l) JP-4 fuel
Basic mission wing loading: 58 lb/sq ft
Zero-lift drag coefficient: 0.0132
Drag area: 3.8 sq ft (0.35 m²)
Aspect ratio: 4.78

Performance
Maximum speed: 687 mph at sea level at 14,212 lb (6,447 kg) combat weight
also reported 678 mph (1,091 km/h) and 599 at 35,000 feet (11,000 m) at 15,352 pounds (6,960 kg). (597 knots, 1,105 km/h at 6446 m, 1,091 and 964 km/h at 6,960 m.)
Range: 1,525 mi, (1,753 NM, 2,454 km)
Service ceiling 49,600 ft at combat weight (15,100 m)
Rate of climb: 8,100 ft/min at sea level (41 m/s)
Thrust/weight: 0.38
Stalling speed (power off): 124 mph (108 kt, 200 km/h)
Landing ground roll: 2,330 ft, (710 m)
Lift-to-drag ratio: 15.1
Time to altitude: 5.2 min (clean) to 30,000 ft (9,100 m)

Armament
Guns: 6 × 0.50 in (12.7 mm) machine guns (1,602 rounds)
Various bombs (2 x 1,000 lb, 450 kg bombs, standard load) e.g napalm canisters, air-to-ground rockets. Four pylons presents, but only two dedicated to ordnances, while the other two were for auxiliary tanks, total load up to 2,400 kg (900 kg bombs and 1,500 l fuel), included a nuclear tactical weapon.

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BEV

BEV

Travel in Style
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By: friscoz28
@ 2008-03-08 07:57:04
Travel either by F-105, Travel home, or Limo!]]>

BEV

Travel in Style
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By: friscoz28
@ 2008-03-08 07:57:04
Travel either by F-105, Travel home, or Limo!]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/travel-in-style/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/travel-in-style/ Sat, 08 Mar 2008 07:57:04 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/travel-in-style/ 32.97237496 -96.83467386 <![CDATA[Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 "Raptor"]]>

Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 "Raptor"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-01 14:58:36]]>

Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 "Raptor"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-01 14:58:36]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-boeing-f-22-raptor-3/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-boeing-f-22-raptor-3/ Sat, 01 Mar 2008 14:58:36 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-boeing-f-22-raptor-3/ 41.11897600 -111.98076200 <![CDATA[Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 "Raptor"]]>

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Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 "Raptor"
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By: mlc1us
@ 2008-03-01 12:10:22
The Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 Raptor is an American fighter aircraft that uses stealth technology. It is primarily an air superiority fighter, but has multiple capabilities including ground attack, electronic warfare, and signals intelligence roles. The United States Air Force considers the F-22 a critical component of the U.S. strike force.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-boeing-f-22-raptor-2/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-boeing-f-22-raptor-2/ Sat, 01 Mar 2008 12:10:22 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-boeing-f-22-raptor-2/ 31.07950400 -97.83729400 <![CDATA[Yak-52 at Marina Municipal]]>

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Yak-52 at Marina Municipal
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-03-01 09:30:12
"The Yakovlev Yak-52 first flew in 1976, and is still being produced in Bacau, Romania, by Aerostar. Designed originally as a primary trainer for students who would later transition to Soviet jet aircraft, the aerobatics-capable (+7g / -5 g) Yak-52 is now often seen in the hands of sports flying enthusiasts from the United States to New Zealand."
From link below]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/yak-52-at-marina-municipal/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/yak-52-at-marina-municipal/ Sat, 01 Mar 2008 09:30:12 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/yak-52-at-marina-municipal/ 36.68119503 -121.76641821 <![CDATA[KI 43 Type 1 "OSCAR" fighter undergoing restoration]]>

KI 43 Type 1 "OSCAR" fighter undergoing restoration

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KI 43 Type 1 "OSCAR" fighter undergoing restoration
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-03-01 09:19:38
"The Ki-43 Type 1 Hayabusa (Peregrine Falcon) was the most widely flown fighter of the Japanese Army Air Force during the war (Allied code name Oscar). Entering squadron service shortly before the Pearl Harbor attack, the Oscar was highly manoeuvrable with a good rate of climb, but somewhat underpowered and, despite updates, unable to compete effectively with U.S. fighters in the latter stages of the war. An official USAAF analysis, however, described later models as "an increasingly dangerous opponent." The Oscar saw combat in all Pacific areas where the Japanese Army conducted air operations, and most Japanese Army Aces scored most of their kills in this aircraft. At the end of the war the Oscar was employed with the Army's Taiatari (suicide) units." From the link below]]>

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Airborne Tactical Advantage Company Saab 35 Draken

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Airborne Tactical Advantage Company Saab 35 Draken
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-02-27 10:46:29
The Saab 35 Draken [Dragon] is a second generation supersonic interceptor with a distinctive double delta wing. The decision to develop the Saab 35 Draken supersonic fighter, which introduced what was perhaps the most daring chapter so far in the history of the Swedish aircraft industry, had been taken as far back as 1949. After much research including flight-testing of a 70 percent scale aircraft, the first prototype of the innovative double-delta Draken flew in late 1955 and Sweden´s first Mach 2 fighter was a reality, entering production in 1957.

The J35A Draken entered service in 1959 and was followed by five different versions for the Swedish Air Force, including the all-weather J35F with its then advanced radar, infra-red search and track system, and both radar and IR guided missiles. In all, 612 Drakens were built between 1955 and 1972. Of these, 51 were exported to Denmark, Finland assembled 12 under license and later bought a number of ex-Swedish aircraft, and Austria ordered 24 modified Drakens.

The single-seat combat aircraft has, a single engine and is equipped with two 30mm automatic cannons and Sidewinder air-to-air guided weapons. The fuselage is round with small canopy, extending beyond the trailing edge of the tail fin, which is small and is highly swept along both leading and trailing edge. Small oval air intakes are located on either side of the fuselage. There are several versions of this aircraft and the type can operate from small airfields.]]>

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Airborne Tactical Advantage Company Israel IAI Kfir C2

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Airborne Tactical Advantage Company Israel IAI Kfir C2
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-02-27 10:43:20
ATAC provides dissimilar air combat training to U.S. Navy and Marine Corps fighter pilots, as well as target towing, simulated ship attack and electronic warfare training.

First flown in June 1973, the Kfir-C1 was in essence the airframe of the Dassault-Breguet Mirage III/5 series mated to the General Electric J79 afterburning turbojet and fitted with a suite of Israeli electronics. The type was designed after the manufacturer had gained experience with the Nesher (eagle), which was an unlicensed copy of the Mirage IIICJ with an equally unlicensed Atar turbojet, produced mainly for Israeli service but later exported as the Dagger. The Kfir-C1 entered only limited production (27 aircraft), with two squadrons equipped from 1974 pending the introduction of more advanced derivatives.

Kfir-C1 fighters with small canards but no armament were delivered to the US Navy and Marine Corps with the designation F-21A for use as "aggressor" aircraft in dissimilar air combat training.

The Kfir-C2, introduced in 1976 after a first flight in 1974, was a developed version of the Kfir-C2 designed to keep the type viable against all conceivable threats well into the 1990s. The result is a warplane with formidable combat capabilities plus short-field performance thanks to the sustained maneuverability and control effectiveness resulting from the aerodynamic developments. The type is distinguishable from the Kfir-C1 by its dogtoothed outer wing panels, small undernose strakes and, most importantly of all, swept delta canard foreplanes.

The Kfir-C7, the definitive single-seat version introduced in 1983, is based on the Kfir-C2 with a specially adapted version of the J79-GEJ1E with some 1,000 lb (454 kg) more afterburning thrust. The type has two extra hardpoints and a number of advanced features including capability for the carriage and use of 'smart' weapons, Elta EL/M-2021B pulse-Dopplar radar, a revised cockpit with more sophisticated electronics and HOTAS (Hands On Throttel And Stick) controls and provision for inflight-refueling. Maximum take-off weight is increased by 3,395 lb (1,540 kg), but combat radius and (more importantly) thrust-to-weight ratio are improved to a marked degree.]]>

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F-22 & F-15
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-02-27 09:57:08]]>

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F-22 & F-15
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-02-27 09:57:08]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-22-f-15/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-22-f-15/ Wed, 27 Feb 2008 09:57:08 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-22-f-15/ 37.07933260 -76.35860279 <![CDATA[Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 "Raptor"]]>

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Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 "Raptor"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-02-27 09:55:26
New BEV Imagery 27.02.2008 (35,13 Terrabyte)]]>

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Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 "Raptor"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-02-27 09:55:26
New BEV Imagery 27.02.2008 (35,13 Terrabyte)]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-boeing-f-22-raptor-1/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-boeing-f-22-raptor-1/ Wed, 27 Feb 2008 09:55:26 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-boeing-f-22-raptor-1/ 37.08175400 -76.35049600 <![CDATA[Yak-52 at The Flying W Ranch Airport]]>

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Yak-52 at The Flying W Ranch Airport
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-02-26 05:33:03]]>

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Yak-52 at The Flying W Ranch Airport
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-02-26 05:33:03]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/yak-52-at-the-flying-w-ranch-airport/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/yak-52-at-the-flying-w-ranch-airport/ Tue, 26 Feb 2008 05:33:03 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/yak-52-at-the-flying-w-ranch-airport/ 39.93598064 -74.80784747 <![CDATA[Flight Test Associates North American F-100F Super Sabres]]>

Flight Test Associates North American F-100F Super Sabres

Flight Test Associates North American F-100F Super Sabres
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-02-21 17:11:47
Chase jet used in Flight Test and Certification activities.

The North American F-100 Super Sabre was a jet fighter aircraft that served with the United States Air Force (USAF) from 1954 to 1971 and with the Air National Guard (ANG) until 1979. As the first of the Century Series collection of USAF jet fighters, it was the first of a series of US fighters capable of supersonic speed in level flight and made extensive use of titanium throughout the aircraft.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/flight-test-associates-north-american-f-100f-super-sabres/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/flight-test-associates-north-american-f-100f-super-sabres/ Thu, 21 Feb 2008 17:11:47 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/flight-test-associates-north-american-f-100f-super-sabres/ 35.05670500 -118.15577300 <![CDATA[Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon with rare white and orange paint scheme of the 412th Test Wing]]>

Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon with rare white and orange paint scheme of the 412th Test Wing

Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon with rare white and orange paint scheme of the 412th Test Wing
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-02-12 22:52:50
The 412th Test Wing plans, conducts, analyzes, and reports on all flight and ground testing of aircraft, weapons systems, software and components as well as modeling and simulation for the USAF. There are three core components for this mission: flying operations, maintenance, and engineering.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-f-16-fighting-falcon-with-rare-white-and-orange-paint-scheme-of-the-412th-test-wing/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-f-16-fighting-falcon-with-rare-white-and-orange-paint-scheme-of-the-412th-test-wing/ Tue, 12 Feb 2008 22:52:50 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-f-16-fighting-falcon-with-rare-white-and-orange-paint-scheme-of-the-412th-test-wing/ 34.91355700 -117.89867500 <![CDATA[F-4 Phantom IIs being converted into QF-4 target drones]]>

F-4 Phantom IIs being converted into QF-4 target drones

F-4 Phantom IIs being converted into QF-4 target drones
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-02-12 22:11:23
QF-4s are former F-4s that currently sit in storage at the AMARC “Boneyard” near Tucson, AZ. They are refurbished for flight at AMARC, then flown to BAE in Mojave, CA and fitted with remote-control equipment in a process that takes about 160 days. Once fitted for the UAV role, they are used as aerial targets and decoys for testing against air-air missiles, radars, surface-air missiles, et. al. As of April 2007, BAE Systems has converted 217 F-4s to the QF-4 configuration.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-4-phantom-iis-being-converted-into-qf-4-target-drones/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-4-phantom-iis-being-converted-into-qf-4-target-drones/ Tue, 12 Feb 2008 22:11:23 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-4-phantom-iis-being-converted-into-qf-4-target-drones/ 35.05263000 -118.14414000 <![CDATA[General Dynamics F-16XL]]>

General Dynamics F-16XL
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-02-12 12:04:09
The General Dynamics F-16XL is a derivative of the F-16 Fighting Falcon, with a cranked-arrow delta wing that is over twice the size of that of the standard F-16 wing. It was entered in the U.S. Air Force's Enhanced Tactical Fighter (ETF) competition but ultimately lost to the F-15E Strike Eagle. Several years after the prototypes were shelved, they were turned over to NASA for aeronautical study.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/general-dynamics-f-16xl/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/general-dynamics-f-16xl/ Tue, 12 Feb 2008 12:04:09 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/general-dynamics-f-16xl/ 34.95008600 -117.88544100 <![CDATA[Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 "Raptor"]]>

Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 "Raptor"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-02-10 15:10:02]]>

Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 "Raptor"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-02-10 15:10:02]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-boeing-f-22-raptor/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-boeing-f-22-raptor/ Sun, 10 Feb 2008 15:10:02 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/lockheed-martin-boeing-f-22-raptor/ 36.22766228 -115.04783034 <![CDATA[Messerschmitt Me-262 "Swallow"]]>

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Messerschmitt Me-262 "Swallow"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-02-10 14:19:16]]>

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Messerschmitt Me-262 "Swallow"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-02-10 14:19:16]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/messerschmitt-me-262-swallow/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/messerschmitt-me-262-swallow/ Sun, 10 Feb 2008 14:19:16 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/messerschmitt-me-262-swallow/ 47.90066710 -122.28250856 <![CDATA[Folland Gnat T.1 trainer]]>

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Folland Gnat T.1 trainer
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-02-03 06:12:33]]>

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Folland Gnat T.1 trainer
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-02-03 06:12:33]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/folland-gnat-t-1-trainer/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/folland-gnat-t-1-trainer/ Sun, 03 Feb 2008 06:12:33 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/folland-gnat-t-1-trainer/ 33.90514200 -87.31795900 <![CDATA[T-33 Shooting Star at Deland Municipal]]>

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T-33 Shooting Star at Deland Municipal
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-01-31 19:06:09]]>

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T-33 Shooting Star at Deland Municipal
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-01-31 19:06:09]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/t-33-shooting-star-at-deland-municipal/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/t-33-shooting-star-at-deland-municipal/ Thu, 31 Jan 2008 19:06:09 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/t-33-shooting-star-at-deland-municipal/ 29.06283800 -81.28170300 <![CDATA[McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet]]>

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McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-01-29 15:19:59
The McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) F/A-18 Hornet is a modern all-weather carrier-capable strike fighter jet, designed to attack both ground and aerial targets. Designed in the 1970s for service with the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps, the Hornet is also used by the air forces of several other nations. It has been the aerial demonstration aircraft for the Blue Angels since 1986. Its primary missions are fighter escort, fleet air defense, suppression of enemy air defenses (SEAD), interdiction, close air support and reconnaissance. Its versatility and reliability have proven it to be a valuable carrier asset, though it has been criticized for its lack of range and payload compared to its contemporaries. The Hornet has also been exported to several nations worldwide.]]>

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Fighters at Dandong
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By: gamma
@ 2008-01-27 11:12:52]]>

Fighters at Dandong
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By: gamma
@ 2008-01-27 11:12:52]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/fighters-at-dandong/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/fighters-at-dandong/ Sun, 27 Jan 2008 11:12:52 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/fighters-at-dandong/ 40.01810400 124.27999900 <![CDATA[F-4 Phantom II used for fire training]]>

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F-4 Phantom II used for fire training
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-01-24 17:52:40]]>

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F-4 Phantom II used for fire training
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-01-24 17:52:40]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-4-phantom-ii-used-for-fire-training/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-4-phantom-ii-used-for-fire-training/ Thu, 24 Jan 2008 17:52:40 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-4-phantom-ii-used-for-fire-training/ 21.32670000 -157.95659200 <![CDATA[Hongdu JL-8 trainer]]>

Hongdu JL-8 trainer
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-01-23 17:06:19
The Hongdu JL-8 (or Nanchang JL-8 and K-8 Karokorum) is a two-seat basic trainer and light attack aircraft built in joint-cooperation between Pakistan (Pakistan Aeronautical Complex) and the People's Republic of China (China Nanchang Aircraft Manufacturing Corporation). The contractor for this plane is the Hongdu Aviation Industry Corporation.

Export versions are designated K-8 Karakorum. "K-8" refers to the mountain range that separates China and Pakistan.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hongdu-jl-8-trainer/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hongdu-jl-8-trainer/ Wed, 23 Jan 2008 17:06:19 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hongdu-jl-8-trainer/ 38.08326800 114.41463100 <![CDATA[Chengdu J-7 & Shenyang J-8 'Finback']]>

Chengdu J-7 & Shenyang J-8 'Finback'
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-01-23 17:01:47
The Chengdu J-7 (export versions F-7) is a People's Republic of China-built fighter jet derived from the Russian Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21. It serves in the air forces of some nations. The production ceased in 2006. It is an upgraded version of the original MiG-21 with more modern avionics and weaponry. It serves mostly as an interceptor in the air forces that operate it.

The Shenyang J-8 or Jian-8 (Chinese nickname Apollo or Handsome man; NATO reporting name Finback) is a People's Republic of China-built single-seat interceptor fighter aircraft.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/chengdu-j-7-shenyang-j-8-finback/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/chengdu-j-7-shenyang-j-8-finback/ Wed, 23 Jan 2008 17:01:47 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/chengdu-j-7-shenyang-j-8-finback/ 38.09159000 114.40843500 <![CDATA[Old Fighters]]>

Old Fighters
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By: gamma
@ 2008-01-20 12:33:45]]>

Old Fighters
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By: gamma
@ 2008-01-20 12:33:45]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/old-fighters/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/old-fighters/ Sun, 20 Jan 2008 12:33:45 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/old-fighters/ 51.16048400 -1.75647700 <![CDATA[Iraqi MiG-25 "Foxbat" off airstrip at Al Asad]]>

Iraqi MiG-25 "Foxbat" off airstrip at Al Asad

Iraqi MiG-25 "Foxbat" off airstrip at Al Asad
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-01-19 07:55:30
Came across it while trying to find the Tu-16 Badgers pictured here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/jamesdale10/2183404403/in/set-72157603624395648/
They've gotta be out there somewhere and they're fairly large.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/iraqi-mig-25-foxbat-off-airstrip-at-al-asad/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/iraqi-mig-25-foxbat-off-airstrip-at-al-asad/ Sat, 19 Jan 2008 07:55:30 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/iraqi-mig-25-foxbat-off-airstrip-at-al-asad/ 33.77624500 42.44020700 <![CDATA[F-16s at Fresno Yosemite Int'l]]>

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F-16s at Fresno Yosemite Int'l
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By: mikeb9991
@ 2008-01-18 10:36:06
144th Fighter Wing]]>

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F-16s at Fresno Yosemite Int'l
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By: mikeb9991
@ 2008-01-18 10:36:06
144th Fighter Wing]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-16s-at-fresno-yosemite-intl/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-16s-at-fresno-yosemite-intl/ Fri, 18 Jan 2008 10:36:06 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/f-16s-at-fresno-yosemite-intl/ 36.76654000 -119.70654700 <![CDATA[Recently retired Italian F-104 Starfighters]]>

Recently retired Italian F-104 Starfighters

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Recently retired Italian F-104 Starfighters
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By: Pdunn
@ 2008-01-17 05:07:11
The Aeronautica Militare Italiana flew F-104s from their base at Pratica di Mare from 1962 until decommissioning of the vaunted aircraft in 2004.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/recently-retired-italian-f-104-starfighters/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/recently-retired-italian-f-104-starfighters/ Thu, 17 Jan 2008 05:07:11 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/recently-retired-italian-f-104-starfighters/ 41.66266000 12.44149200 <![CDATA[Suchoi Su-27 "Flanker"]]>

Suchoi Su-27 "Flanker"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-01-13 12:48:58]]>

Suchoi Su-27 "Flanker"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-01-13 12:48:58]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/suchoi-su-27-flanker/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/suchoi-su-27-flanker/ Sun, 13 Jan 2008 12:48:58 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/suchoi-su-27-flanker/ 59.69723200 30.36352300 <![CDATA[Mikojan-Gurewitsch MiG-31 "Foxhound"]]>

Mikojan-Gurewitsch MiG-31 "Foxhound"
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@ 2008-01-13 12:12:47]]>

Mikojan-Gurewitsch MiG-31 "Foxhound"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-01-13 12:12:47]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mikojan-gurewitsch-mig-31-foxhound/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mikojan-gurewitsch-mig-31-foxhound/ Sun, 13 Jan 2008 12:12:47 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mikojan-gurewitsch-mig-31-foxhound/ 56.26384100 34.40771000 <![CDATA[Tupolew Tu-128 "Fiddler"]]>

Tupolew Tu-128 "Fiddler"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-01-13 12:09:14]]>

Tupolew Tu-128 "Fiddler"
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-01-13 12:09:14]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tupolew-tu-128-fiddler/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tupolew-tu-128-fiddler/ Sun, 13 Jan 2008 12:09:14 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tupolew-tu-128-fiddler/ 56.26141800 34.37950400 <![CDATA[Danish Republic RF-84 Thunderflash & a wingless F-104 Starfighter]]>

Danish Republic RF-84 Thunderflash & a wingless F-104 Starfighter
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-01-09 11:10:31
The Republic F-84F Thunderstreak was an American-built swept-wing turbojet fighter-bomber. While an evolutionary development of the straight-wing F-84 Thunderjet, the F-84F was a new design. The RF-84F Thunderflash was a photo reconnaissance version.

The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter was a single-engined, high-performance, supersonic interceptor aircraft that served with the United States Air Force (USAF) from 1958 until 1967. The Danish Air Force initially received 25 licensed built Canadair F-104G and four Lockheed TF-104Gs under the Military Assistance Program. Surplus Canadian aircraft were transferred between 1972-74 (15 CF-104 and seven CF-104D). A total of 51 Starfighters were operated by Denmark before their retirement in 1986. Fifteen surplus F-104Gs and three TF-104Gs were transferred to Taiwan in 1987.]]>

McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-01-06 15:58:17
The McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) F-15 Eagle is an all-weather tactical fighter designed to gain and maintain air superiority in aerial combat. It was developed for the U.S. Air Force, and first flew in July 1972. The F-15E Strike Eagle derivative is an all-weather strike fighter that entered service in 1989. The U.S. Air Force plans to keep the F-15 in service until 2025.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mcdonnell-douglas-f-15-eagle/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mcdonnell-douglas-f-15-eagle/ Sun, 06 Jan 2008 15:58:17 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mcdonnell-douglas-f-15-eagle/ 41.64731200 -70.52441100 <![CDATA[Alabama Air National Guard 187th Fighter Wing F-16 Fighting Falcon]]>

Alabama Air National Guard 187th Fighter Wing F-16 Fighting Falcon

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Alabama Air National Guard 187th Fighter Wing F-16 Fighting Falcon
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By: kjfitz
@ 2008-01-05 16:56:55
187th Fighter Wing.

The F-16 Fighting Falcon is an American multirole jet fighter aircraft developed by General Dynamics and Lockheed Martin for the United States Air Force. Designed as a lightweight fighter, it evolved into a successful multirole aircraft. The Falcon's versatility is a paramount reason it was a success on the export market, serving 24 countries. The F-16 is the largest Western fighter program with over 4,000 aircraft built since production started in 1976. Though no longer produced for the US Air Force, it is still produced for export

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Fighters at Araxus
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By: gamma
@ 2007-12-31 20:07:02]]>

Fighters at Araxus
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MiG in the Iraqi desert
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MiG in the Iraqi desert
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MiG-17 at Danbury Municipal
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@ 2007-12-26 15:21:57]]>

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MiG-17 at Danbury Municipal
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F-16 Fighting Falcons
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By: kjfitz
@ 2007-12-24 11:00:33
The F-16 Fighting Falcon is an American multirole jet fighter aircraft developed by General Dynamics and Lockheed Martin for the United States Air Force. Designed as a lightweight fighter, it evolved into a successful multirole aircraft. The Falcon's versatility is a paramount reason it was a success on the export market, serving 24 countries. The F-16 is the largest Western fighter program with over 4,000 aircraft built since production started in 1976. Though no longer produced for the US Air Force, it is still produced for export.

The Fighting Falcon is a dogfighter with innovations including a frameless, bubble canopy for better visibility, side-mounted control stick to ease control while under high g-forces, and reclined seat to reduce the effect of g-forces on the pilot. It was also the first fighter aircraft to be deliberately built to sustain 9-g turns. It has a thrust-to-weight ratio greater than one, providing enough power to climb and accelerate vertically - if necessary.]]>