North American Aviation F-86D Sabre Dog

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  • Role: Fighter
  • Dimensions: Wingspan 11.32 m , length 12.27 m, height 4.57 m
  • Engine: 1 x General Electric J47-GE-17 turbojet (3402 kg of thrust)
  • Armament: 24 × 2.75 in (70 mm) Mighty Mouse FFAR (Folding Fin Aerial Rockets)  in ventral tray
  • Crew: 1
  • Number in service:35
  • Country of Manufacture: USA
  • Years in service: 1961 – 1967

The F-86D was the first “all-weather” interceptor of the Hellenic Air Force. They were received in 1961 and operated by 337 and 343 Squadrons. They were retired from active service in 1967, although maintaining an operational status until 1969.