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US Post War Aircraft

F-105 Thunderchief

The History

F-105 Thunderchief

F-105 Thunderchief

Manufacturer: Republic

Engines: Pratt& Whitney J75-P-21A

Speed: 1,420 MPH

Ceiling: 50,000

Wingspan: 34ft 11 in

Length: 64ft 4 n

Weight: 48,400 lbs

First Flight: 10/22/55

Last Delivery: 1964

Total Produced:681

350 Thunderchiefs were lost in Vietnam the majority to ground fire.

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