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Shenyang J-5

Fighter Jetconfirmed

Shenyang J-5

The Shenyang J-5 (NATO reporting name Fresco) is a Chinese-built single-seat jet interceptor and fighter aircraft derived from the Soviet Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-17. The J-5 was exported as the F-5 and was originally designated Dongfeng-101 (East Wind-101) and also Type 56 before being designated J-5 in 1964.

Specifications

TypeFighter Jet
ManufacturerShenyang Aircraft Corporation
Introduced1957
StatusIn service
Crew1
Speed1,130 km/h
Range1,424 km
Ceiling16,500 m
Length11.09 m
Wingspan9.63 m

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