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North American F-86A Sabre


The F-86A Sabre was the first production model of the famous Sabre fighter series and entered service with the USAF in 1949. Production of this model was completed in December 1950. The F-86A saw action in Korea from December 1950 acquitting itself well against the Mig-15. Two are believed to remain airworthy.

North American F-86A Sabre N178

N178                 c/n 151-43547                     USA

Single seat fighter first flown in 1948

Engine:5200lb.s.t.(23.14kN) GE J47-GE-3                                                                                     Length: 37’6"(11.43m)                                                                                          Height: 14’9"(4.5m)Wingspan: 37’1.5"(11.43m)                                                                                            No.built: 554 Range: 660miles(1062km)                                                               Cruising speed: 485mph(737kmh) Empty weight: 10,536lb(4780kg)                                        Maximum take-off weight: 16,223lb(7359kg)

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