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#TaildraggerTuesday! What's your favorite taildrag

#TaildraggerTuesday! What's your favorite taildragging aircraft?

On today's date in 1970 the U.S. Air Force 1st Spe

On today's date in 1970 the U.S. Air Force 1st Special Operations Wing at Hurlburt Field, Florida took possession of the very first Bell UH-IN Iroquois, also known as the “Twin Huey.” This medium-lift helicopter is a two-engine version of the Bell Model 205 (UH-1H).

Originally developed for the Canadian Forces as the Bell Model 212, the UH-1N is powered by a Pratt & Whitney T400-CP-400. This consists of two PT6 turboshaft engines connected to a combining gearbox that drives a single output shaft connected to the helicopter’s main transmission. The combined unit can produce a maximum of 1,800 shaft horsepower. In case one engine fails, the remaining engine can operate at 900 shaft horsepower for 30 minutes.

The second photo is of our Bell UH-1H Iroquois. Our Huey entered service with the U.S. Army in 1963 and was originally constructed as a UH-1D-BF. It was later converted to a UH-1H before entering service with the United States Forest Service in North Carolina.

Our Huey currently bears the markings of the 335th Assault Helicopter Company “The Cowboys”.

On today's date in 1968, the first Boeing 747, reg

On today's date in 1968, the first Boeing 747, registered as N7470, rolled out at Boeing’s Everett, Washington plant. The 747 remained in production until earlier this year and has been nicknamed 'Queen of the Skies'. #OTD #OTDIH

How many 747s have been produced? Put your guess in the comments!

Happy #FigtherFriday! The F-104 was born out of

Happy #FigtherFriday!

The F-104 was born out of Lockheed engineer Clarence “Kelly” Johnson’s desire to design a new aircraft based on personal discussions he had with fighter pilots engaging Soviet-built MiG aircraft in Korea. Built with a lightweight frame and powerful engine, F-104s set a number of speed and altitude records including Jacqueline Cochran’s setting of the women’s world speed record. The F-104 served in several NATO member air forces.

As the MiG threat over Vietnam continued to grow, so did the need for escorts for radar-equipped EC-121 Warning Stars and other aircraft. F-104s commonly served as escorts for these vital missions as well as serving in the close air support role.

As the world entered the “Space Age”, three F-104s were modified to serve as training vehicles for astronauts. Designated NF-104As, these aircraft were equipped with a supplementary rocket engine, allowing it to set a new altitude record of more than 120,000 feet. These were also equipped with a Reaction Control System (RCS) for maneuvering in the extremely thin air at high altitudes.

We currently have two F-104s here at Yanks. The first is of our F-104C. This specific aircraft never flew, nor was it ever assigned a USAF serial number. It was used to test new parts configurations. This aircraft currently bears the markings of S/N 57-0925 “Smoke II” piloted by Lt. Colonel Arthur T. Finney who was killed over Vietnam on August 1, 1966. Our other Starfighter is an F-104A.

Here's some interesting stats on the Starfighter.
Crew: 1- Pilot
Length: 54' 8"
Height: 13' 5"
Wingspan: 21' 9"
Empty Weight: 14,082 lbs
Max Weight: 28,779 lbs
Thrust (each): 14,000 to 18,000 lbs
Cruise Speed: 519 mph
Max Speed: 1,450 mph (Mach 2.2) at 35,000 ft.
Climb Rate: 50,000 feet per minute
Ceiling: 58,000 ft
Range: 1,000 mi
Guns: M-61 Vulcan 20mm cannon
External Armament: 4,000 lbs of bombs under the wings
two AAM-N-7 Sidewinder missiles on the wingtips

#ThrowbackThursday to Doc and TAB's visit! We stil

#ThrowbackThursday to Doc and TAB's visit! We still can't get over how amazing it was having them here!

📷 @ptdwarbirds

Happy #WarbirdWednesday! Can you guess what the to

Happy #WarbirdWednesday! Can you guess what the top speed of the North American FJ-1 Fury is? Put your answers in the comments!

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#TaildraggerTuesday! What's your favorite taildrag

#TaildraggerTuesday! What's your favorite taildragging aircraft?

On today's date in 1970 the U.S. Air Force 1st Spe

On today's date in 1970 the U.S. Air Force 1st Special Operations Wing at Hurlburt Field, Florida took possession of the very first Bell UH-IN Iroquois, also known as the “Twin Huey.” This medium-lift helicopter is a two-engine version of the Bell Model 205 (UH-1H).

Originally developed for the Canadian Forces as the Bell Model 212, the UH-1N is powered by a Pratt & Whitney T400-CP-400. This consists of two PT6 turboshaft engines connected to a combining gearbox that drives a single output shaft connected to the helicopter’s main transmission. The combined unit can produce a maximum of 1,800 shaft horsepower. In case one engine fails, the remaining engine can operate at 900 shaft horsepower for 30 minutes.

The second photo is of our Bell UH-1H Iroquois. Our Huey entered service with the U.S. Army in 1963 and was originally constructed as a UH-1D-BF. It was later converted to a UH-1H before entering service with the United States Forest Service in North Carolina.

Our Huey currently bears the markings of the 335th Assault Helicopter Company “The Cowboys”.

On today's date in 1968, the first Boeing 747, reg

On today's date in 1968, the first Boeing 747, registered as N7470, rolled out at Boeing’s Everett, Washington plant. The 747 remained in production until earlier this year and has been nicknamed 'Queen of the Skies'. #OTD #OTDIH

How many 747s have been produced? Put your guess in the comments!

Happy #FigtherFriday! The F-104 was born out of

Happy #FigtherFriday!

The F-104 was born out of Lockheed engineer Clarence “Kelly” Johnson’s desire to design a new aircraft based on personal discussions he had with fighter pilots engaging Soviet-built MiG aircraft in Korea. Built with a lightweight frame and powerful engine, F-104s set a number of speed and altitude records including Jacqueline Cochran’s setting of the women’s world speed record. The F-104 served in several NATO member air forces.

As the MiG threat over Vietnam continued to grow, so did the need for escorts for radar-equipped EC-121 Warning Stars and other aircraft. F-104s commonly served as escorts for these vital missions as well as serving in the close air support role.

As the world entered the “Space Age”, three F-104s were modified to serve as training vehicles for astronauts. Designated NF-104As, these aircraft were equipped with a supplementary rocket engine, allowing it to set a new altitude record of more than 120,000 feet. These were also equipped with a Reaction Control System (RCS) for maneuvering in the extremely thin air at high altitudes.

We currently have two F-104s here at Yanks. The first is of our F-104C. This specific aircraft never flew, nor was it ever assigned a USAF serial number. It was used to test new parts configurations. This aircraft currently bears the markings of S/N 57-0925 “Smoke II” piloted by Lt. Colonel Arthur T. Finney who was killed over Vietnam on August 1, 1966. Our other Starfighter is an F-104A.

Here's some interesting stats on the Starfighter.
Crew: 1- Pilot
Length: 54' 8"
Height: 13' 5"
Wingspan: 21' 9"
Empty Weight: 14,082 lbs
Max Weight: 28,779 lbs
Thrust (each): 14,000 to 18,000 lbs
Cruise Speed: 519 mph
Max Speed: 1,450 mph (Mach 2.2) at 35,000 ft.
Climb Rate: 50,000 feet per minute
Ceiling: 58,000 ft
Range: 1,000 mi
Guns: M-61 Vulcan 20mm cannon
External Armament: 4,000 lbs of bombs under the wings
two AAM-N-7 Sidewinder missiles on the wingtips

#ThrowbackThursday to Doc and TAB's visit! We stil

#ThrowbackThursday to Doc and TAB's visit! We still can't get over how amazing it was having them here!

📷 @ptdwarbirds

Happy #WarbirdWednesday! Can you guess what the to

Happy #WarbirdWednesday! Can you guess what the top speed of the North American FJ-1 Fury is? Put your answers in the comments!

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