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Which aircraft was North American Aviation's first jet-powered fighter?

  • F-86 Sabre

  • P-51 Mustang

  • T-6 Texan

  • B-25 Mitchell

Answer

The F-86 Sabre was North American Aviation's first jet-powered fighter aircraft. It was developed during the late 1940s and became a key aircraft during the Korean War, where it engaged in numerous dogfights with Soviet-built MiG-15 fighters. The F-86 Sabre was known for its speed, maneuverability, and advanced technology, including a radar-ranging gunsight.
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