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Republic F-84F Thunderstreak 51-1346
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Republic F-84F Thunderstreak 51-1346
Republic F-84F-1-RE Thunderstreak 51-1346, on display at Rickenbacker ANGB, Columbus, Ohio.. Used exclusively for trials and testing, this aircraft was assigned to NASA Dryden Flight Research Center, Edwards AFB, CA.; Assigned to NACA Ames Aeronautical Laboratory, NAS Moffett Field, CA Mar 1, 1954 to Mar 11, 1954; Modified with gun sight tracking displays; Used at Edwards AFB for trial RATO take-offs and ZELL launches. Date: circa 2000
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This striking photograph captures the Republic F-84F Thunderstreak 51-1346, currently on display at Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base in Columbus, Ohio. This specific F-84F model, a Republic F-84F-1-RE Thunderstreak, holds a unique history in aviation. Exclusively used for trials and testing, it was initially assigned to the NASA Dryden Flight Research Center at Edwards Air Force Base in California from March 1, 1954, to March 11, 1954. During its time at NASA, the aircraft underwent significant modifications, including the installation of gun sight tracking displays. The F-84F Thunderstreak 51-1346 was then put to use at Edwards Air Force Base for various trials, including RATO (Rocket Assisted Take-Off) and ZEL (Zero Length Launch) experiments. These tests aimed to enhance the aircraft's performance and capabilities. Before its assignment to Rickenbacker ANGB, this historic aircraft was previously part of the NACA Ames Aeronautical Laboratory at NAS Moffett Field in California. The F-84F Thunderstreak 51-1346 represents an essential chapter in aviation history, showcasing the continuous efforts to advance aircraft technology and innovation.
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