Aircraft Photo of J-3089 | Northrop F-5E Tiger II | Switzerland - Air Force | AirHistory.net #504553
Aircraft
Registration / Serial:J-3089
Aircraft Original Type:Northrop F-5 Freedom Fighter
Aircraft Generic Type:Northrop F-5 Freedom Fighter/Tiger
Aircraft Version:Northrop F-5E Tiger II
C/n (msn):L1089
Operator Titles:Switzerland - Air Force
Unit Markings:Patrouille Suisse
Location
City / Airport:MeiringenMap
Country:Switzerland
Airport Codes:ICAO: LSMM   IATA: -   Local: -   Other: -
 
Photo Date:9 October 2007
Photo by:Joop de Groot
Photo ID: 504553
Photo Comment

Although in full Patrouille Suisse colours, it lacks the smoke generator an is therefore primarily used in the agressor and target acquisition role. Here it is seen with the target tow pod on the centerline station. The aircraft was destroyed on 26 May 2021 when it crashed near Melchsee-Frutt, Obwalden (CH). The pilot ejected safely.

This photo is copyright © Joop de Groot, and may not be used or published in any way without permission.

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