Any F-5 is a good one, but this one is a real good one :-) A rarely seen USAF F-5E of the 425th Tactical Fighter Training Squadron (TFTS) based at Williams AFB (AZ). The camouflaged bird carries LA-tailcode as the squadron was under command of the 405th Tactical Training Wing (TTW) of nearby Luke AFB. But, as that base faced shortage on ramp space, the unit was moved to Williams. The 425th was disbanded in September 1989 and most of their F-5E/Fs were sold to Brazil (this one became FAB 4871 or FAB 4872). Late 1992, the squadron was reactivated and now trains Singapore air force pilots with F-16C/Ds.

This Harrier of VMA-214, 'Black Sheep', is getting ready for departure.

Operated by the Texas ANG.

A line of 6 Tweety-Birds at Williams AFB, now in civil use as Mesa-Gateway Airport.

Flown by the resident 405th TTW at Williams AFB, long before it closed and became a civil airport.

Flown by the resident 82nd FTW at what was then Williams AFB, since closed and turned to civilian use as Phoenix Mesa Gateway.

Operated by the Texas ANG.

The usual traffic at Williams, the Talon is operated by the 9th RW at Beale AFB, Ca. Thanks to the local guys for allowing me to use their ladders to get this shot done, see you next time!

Weekend visitor from the 9th RW, 1st RS based at Beale AFB, Ca.

Later sold to Turkey.

A nice line-up of C-17s operated by the 62nd Airlift Wing, McChord AFB, WA.

Still operating in the ex Israel Defense Force colours, awaiting the next mission on the ATSI ramp. [159823]

Operated by the 9th Reconnaissance Wing/1st RS at Beale AFB, California. Please note the tool/cargo box in the backseat.