Historical Events tagged with "sabres"
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Science & Technology
F-86 Sabre Achieves Record Speed
September 15th, 1948 76 years ago
The F-86 Sabre, a jet fighter aircraft, set a world speed record by reaching a speed of 671 miles per hour (1,080 km/h). This achievement demonstrated the advancements in jet technology following World War II and showcased the aircraft's capabilities during a speed trial. The record was set at Muroc Air Force Base in California, a location known for various significant flight tests and military aviation developments.
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