Northrop F-5E Tiger II

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Head-on view of a preserved Northrop F-5E Tiger II aggressor jet, a classic light fighter widely used for training and combat by air forces around the world.

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Aircraft

F-5E Tiger II F5E

US Air Force aggressor/fighter training colors

Manufacturer

Northrop

Gear

Canon Rebel T7

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 75.0

Nice clean shot of the F-5E from dead center; background clutter and shadow on nose hold it back.

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Aviation History

The F-5E Tiger II is a supersonic light fighter used extensively as an aggressor aircraft for pilot training and as a cost-effective frontline fighter by many nations.

Fleet Rarity

Relatively rare in active service (most roles replaced by more modern trainers/adversary jets), but many are preserved in museums.

Record Flights

Frequently used in Red Flag aggressor training exercises; has not set absolute speed or distance records but is notable for its longevity and global reach.

Safety & Events

Extensively used in US Navy and USAF adversary/aggressor roles; exported to over 30 countries; admired for reliability and low operating cost.

Future Outlook

Most F-5Es are now retired from front-line service or used as trainers/adversary aircraft; many are in museums like this one.

Specifications

2 × General Electric J85-GE-21B turbojets

Engine

8.13 meters

Wingspan

14.45 meters

Length

1,405 kilometers

Range

965 kilometers per hour

Speed

Pilot only (single seat), can carry up to 3,200 kg of ordnance

Capacity

11,187 kilograms

MTOW

4.06 meters

Height

2 x 22.24 kN (4,990 lbf)

Thrust

Typically 120 dB (no civil ICAO rating, as military jet)

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