Python Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 (edited) Chilean Air Force F-5E This birds are very upgraded , they have new radar,MDF, HUD, RWR, chaff/flare dispenser, python and derby missile, integrated DASH helmet for the pilot, refuelling probe..., they are the most modern F-5E in service today. *** All pics are public and can be found in the official Chilean Air Force website : www.fach.cl Edited July 4, 2008 by Python Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Incaroad Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Here is a couple from a loooooong time ago. And here is the Model I did of it, 1986 I think... One of my favorite F-5E schemes... Happy 4th of July! Larry McCarley 21045 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Incaroad Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 (edited) Double post dang it!!! Edited July 4, 2008 by Incaroad Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zmey Smirnoff Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 IMHO - best looking F-5 around. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
viper50 Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 (edited) An F-5 with twin tails? I thought I had seen all the versions of the F-5. New, or did I just miss it?. Cool scheme by the way. Don M. Edited July 4, 2008 by viper50 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ruud Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Hoi Python, Great FACh Tiger IIs. Now would RoG or Hasegawa please please please come out with a 1/72 F-5E/F? later Ruud Quote Link to post Share on other sites
David Walker Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 (edited) An F-5 with twin tails? I thought I had seen all the versions of the F-5. New, or did I just miss it?. It's the Iranian updated version, the "Saegheh." Edited July 4, 2008 by David Walker Quote Link to post Share on other sites
illithid00 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 It's the Iranian updated version, the "Saegheh." Tell me there's a conversion/decals for that! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
David Walker Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 I don't think so, at least not yet. I wouldn't be surprised if one hits the market though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zmey Smirnoff Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 (edited) I've seen a resin conversion set on hanats once - dont know if it was used for this model or not. But where is a will, there is a way. This doesnt look real though Edited July 5, 2008 by Zmey Smirnoff Quote Link to post Share on other sites
viper50 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 (edited) We really need this conversion set in 1/32 to go with the Hasegawa kit. And since I'm dreaming, a conversion for a 1/32 F-20. Yeah, right. Mayb we can talk Zactoman into starting a couple new projects. Don M. Edited July 7, 2008 by viper50 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
illithid00 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 Looks like I have to find a 1/72 kit of an F-5 and stock up on some sheet styrene now. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
who Posted August 30, 2008 Share Posted August 30, 2008 my contribution to this wonderful forum Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sig Saur & Son Posted August 30, 2008 Share Posted August 30, 2008 I think F-5s will endure for ever. Nice shots. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
who Posted August 30, 2008 Share Posted August 30, 2008 (edited) I think F-5s will endure for ever. Nice shots. lol not as good as yours. an avid fan of your skills on photo esp on the Tomcat section. just got a new cam and shot these today Edited August 30, 2008 by who Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChernayaAkula Posted August 30, 2008 Share Posted August 30, 2008 Those Singaporean Tigers look great! :) Thanks for sharing! Is it normal their nose sits so high? Or is because they're accelerating? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sig Saur & Son Posted August 30, 2008 Share Posted August 30, 2008 Who, Those shots look great. Again, thanks for sharing. Being able to see a show from the other side of the globe is what makes the WWW so great. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sig Saur & Son Posted August 30, 2008 Share Posted August 30, 2008 (edited) Here's one from my arhives. I did not take this shot nor do I know who did. Unfortunately, there is no name on the slide mount. The date on the slide mount is 09-74. Does anyone know the full serial, I think it is 73-0870. How about the unit? Edited August 30, 2008 by Sig Saur & Son Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dahut Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Philippine AF, F-5A's Type now retired. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
who Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 (edited) Those Singaporean Tigers look great! Thanks for sharing! Is it normal their nose sits so high? Or is because they're accelerating? yes they were starting their scramble after a pair of F16 , my cam shutter wasnt fast enuff and I only caught them after brake off Edited August 31, 2008 by who Quote Link to post Share on other sites
who Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 more on alert 5 Landing Crew caught this lonely fella in the hanger. It is a tiger but an RF-5 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Vesper Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Is it normal their nose sits so high? Or is because they're accelerating? The nose gear oleo is 2-positional, so it's really depends on the warload, rwy length & pilot's discretion as to which position is used. Sig Saur, I'd guess that your mystery Tiger was a part of the MAP training unit at Williams AFB in Arizona. They were the only F-5 unit in the USAF that wore the TAC badge & full tail codes. Ves :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Phantomologist Posted August 31, 2008 Author Share Posted August 31, 2008 Here's one from my arhives. I did not take this shot nor do I know who did. Unfortunately, there is no name on the slide mount. The date on the slide mount is 09-74. Does anyone know the full serial, I think it is 73-0870. How about the unit? Dave 425TFTS/58TFTW F-5E 73-0870 In also crashed in the 70's exact date escapes my quick search bill Quote Link to post Share on other sites
torchf4 Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 Those Singaporean Tigers look great! Thanks for sharing! Is it normal their nose sits so high? Or is because they're accelerating? There's a switch in the cockpit(left side console if my memory's still good) that allow F5s to hydraulically 'hike' their nose strut by 11 inches. Shortens the take off run especially if you're loaded for bear. Hence one of the reasons a MER for the F5 has only 5 stations. Incidentally 830 was my first full AUP bird and also worked on 872 before. Cheers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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