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Republic F-84F Thunderstreak FU-6
Royal Belgian Air Force - Republic F-84F Thunderstreak FU-6 / 52-7133, at Southend Air Museum. Military Assistance Program allocation to RBAF in August 1954 as FU-6. SOC Jan 1972. Stored Koksijde, later as Decoy at Beauvechain. Date: circa 1975
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1954 1972 1975 Allocation Assistance Belgian Decoy F 84f Program Southend Stored Thunderstreak
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This photograph showcases the Republic F-84F Thunderstreak FU-6, a military aircraft that once served in the Royal Belgian Air Force (RBAF). The Thunderstreak, with the serial number 52-7133, was allocated to the RBAF under the Military Assistance Program in August 1954. By the early 1970s, this fighter jet had been retired from active service and was stored at Koksijde. Later, it was repurposed as a decoy at Beauvechain Air Base, where it remained until its preservation at Southend Air Museum. The Republic F-84F Thunderstreak was a versatile and powerful aircraft, capable of both air-to-air and air-to-ground combat missions. Its distinctive design, featuring swept wings and a tail fin, made it a formidable presence in the skies. The Thunderstreak was an essential component of the RBAF's aeronautical transportation fleet during the Cold War era. This photograph, taken circa 1975, captures the Thunderstreak's timeless beauty and historical significance. As a reminder of the RBAF's rich military history, this aircraft continues to inspire awe and admiration at Southend Air Museum. The Thunderstreak's legacy as a symbol of military aviation transport endures, a testament to the ingenuity and courage of the men and women who flew and maintained these remarkable machines.
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