| Aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Registration / Serial: | MM9667 |
| Military Code: | 73-7 |
| Aircraft Original Type: | Macchi MC.202 Folgore |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | Macchi MC.202 Folgore |
| Aircraft Version: | Macchi MC.202 |
| C/n (msn): | [ MM9667 ] |
| Operator Titles: | Italy - Air Force |
| Unit Markings: | 4 Stormo |
| Location | |
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| City / Seaplane Base: | Vigna di Valle - Seaplane (closed)Map |
| Country: | Italy |
| Airport Codes: | ICAO: LIRB IATA: - Local: - Other: - |
| Collection: | Museo Storico dell'Aeronautica Militare |
| Photo Date: | 25 September 2019 |
| Photo by: | Erik Sleutelberg |
| Photo ID: | 171330 |
| Photo Comment |
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One of two MC.202s still in existence, displayed in an operational setting. Despite some shortcomings it was a feared opponent, especially in dogfights. In full markings of the 4°Stormo, which adopted both the name and stallion emblem of WW1 ace Francesco Baracca. Serial not seen on the outside. This photo is copyright © Erik Sleutelberg, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 5 October 2019, and has since been viewed 2946 times. |