Recent content by xmech2k

Not yet convinced... I hate to persist, seeing as you're obviously an expert, but that Red Bull plane is a Mig-17 as well. That's what Red Bull flies. (Seen it perform at Miramar.) Also, there's alot more than just the 3rd fence on the wing indicating it's a -17: the wing tip shapes, and the...

Umm, I'm new here, and maybe a little late on this thread, but I think that's a Mig-17. 3 wing fences on each wing instead of 2? Incredible pic. Love the story that goes with it. I wonder what the 'tail strike during flight' inspection requires?