BLUF
The Sabre contributed to the U.S.'s early advantage in the Cold War air superiority arms race.Summary
KEY POINTS:
- Produced from 1947 to 1956.
- Approximately 6,000 manufactured.
- A likely five- or six-to-one kill ratio, considering the skill advantage of U.S. pilots.
- Armed with six .50 calibre machine guns.
- Set a world speed record of 1,080 kph in 1948.
