It’s December 1950 and the US is rolling out its state-of-the-art F-86 Sabre, a plane that promises to match up better against the North Korean MiG-15s. Now, all they need to do is to test the Sabres in a real battle. 🎥Air Warriors | Smithsonian Channel Aviation Nation

✈The F-86 Saber was the first US combat-ready fighter aircraft to break the sound barrier. And in its first battle in Korea, experienced pilot Bruce Hinton demonstrated its ruthless power against a Russian MiG. A brand-new episode of Air Warriors airs tonight at 9 PM. | Smithsonian Channel Aviation Nation

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The North American F-86 Sabre began production in the US in 1947 and was first operational with the US Air Force by 1949. The F-86’s 35-degree swept wing design allowed for higher speeds and more maneuverability in flight. This design led to greater overall performance than the existing jets produced by other manufacturers. The Sabre had a maximum speed of 687 mph (0.9 Mach) at sea level with a full combat load. It could reach an altitude of nearly 50,000 feet and had a range exceeding 1500 mile

💭 What do you think: Is the F-86 Sabre the most iconic aircraft of the Korean War, or does a different fighter top your list? Share your thoughts in the comments! 👇 Get a closer look at jet vs. jet duals with this clip from Air Warriors: F-86 Sabre. For more fighters, follow Smithsonian Channel Aviation Nation https://bit.ly/3pNech8 | Smithsonian Channel Aviation Nation

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