service it was finally replaced by the LTV A-7 Corsair II swept wing subsonic jet in the early 1970s
Well-liked by its crews for its dependability and ease of repair
Armoured vents were fitted to the turret roof and rear engine deck to enable it to cope with the dust and heat of the North African desert
Lieutenant Colonel Stewart Blacker was a retired Indian Army officer who dabbled in weapon research
Due to its somewhat lower tech configuration than the Sabre it can also be manufactured in smaller
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