The Northrop F-5 is a family of supersonic light fighter aircraft initially designed as a privately funded project in the late 1950s by Northrop Corporation. There are two main models: the …

F-5 is an agile, highly maneuverable, reliable supersonic fighter jet, combining advanced aerodynamic design, engine performance and low operating costs.

Its development began in 1975 as a further evolution of Northrop's F-5E Tiger II, featuring a new engine that greatly improved overall performance, and a modern avionics suite including a …

The F-5N Tiger II is a single seat, twin-engine, tactical fighter and attack aircraft that provides simulated air-to-air combat training. The F-5F is a dual-seat version, twin-engine tactical...

Dec 12, 2022 · The F-5 is a fast, maneuverable, and dependable supersonic fighter that combines an excellent aerodynamic design, engine performance, and low operating costs. Northrop …

The F-5F is a dual-seat version, twin-engine, tactical fighter commonly used for training and adversary combat tactics. The aircraft serves in an aggressor-training role with...

Jun 20, 2024 · The Northrop F-5 is a supersonic lightweight fighter aircraft that continues to see service, despite dating back to the Cold War.

Feb 7, 2024 · Today, the F-5 remains in service with over a dozen operators around the globe, including the Turkish Air Force, Swiss Air Force, and the Royal Thai Air Force. In this article, …

Nov 19, 2023 · Capable of reaching speeds of Mach 1.63 with a range of 554 miles, the F-5 was an Air Force favorite. The fighter could climb at a rate of around 35,000 feet per minute and …

Two new F-5 models now are being offered—one the “Improved F-5” and the other the “STOL F-5.” The first one features about five percent more engine power than the F-5A, a …