F 86D

The North American Aviation F-86D Sabre is a transonic jet fighter aircraft that was produced by North American Aviation for the United States Air Force. The F-86D was designed as a follow-on to the successful F-86 Sabre, and it incorporated a number of improvements over its predecessor, including a more powerful engine, a larger wingspan, and a more advanced radar system. The F-86D Sabre entered service in 1954, and it quickly became one of the most important fighter aircraft in the world. The F-86D Sabre was used extensively in the Korean War, where it proved to be a formidable opponent for the MiG-15. The F-86D Sabre was also used in the Vietnam War, where it was used to escort bombers and to provide close air support for ground troops. The F-86D Sabre was retired from service in the United States Air Force in 1970, but it continued to be used by a number of other countries around the world. The F-86D Sabre is a significant aircraft in the history of aviation, and it is considered to be one of the best fighter aircraft of its era.