Name that Flying Machine
I see where he died only recently and was a prolific stamp illustrator...
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_B...r_(illustrator)
It is military.
it is a Lear.
It is not a C21.
Bob Hoover and Clay Lacy weren't involved.
It actually is a Learjet 35A/S, the Finnish AF version with a bit more in-flight entertainment gadgets than on your average C21 or biz jet. Versatility is enhanced with underwing hardpoints. To my knowledge these were the first Learjet 35's delivered for military use in 1982. First C21's were delivered in 1984 I believe. BTW, in 1982 these replaced Il-28's as target tugs and maritime recce duties. And these are still in use, though rather extensively updated in recent years.
The picture was taken very recently while the aircraft on the picture was on a mission. Rotate the picture 90 degrees CCW and you'll find it being in a rather level attitude.
underneath is a more informative picture of a 35A/S.
So, there were many who identified, but as Lear 35 was mentioned by cavuman1, I'll offer the control to your corner.
it is a Lear.
It is not a C21.
Bob Hoover and Clay Lacy weren't involved.
It actually is a Learjet 35A/S, the Finnish AF version with a bit more in-flight entertainment gadgets than on your average C21 or biz jet. Versatility is enhanced with underwing hardpoints. To my knowledge these were the first Learjet 35's delivered for military use in 1982. First C21's were delivered in 1984 I believe. BTW, in 1982 these replaced Il-28's as target tugs and maritime recce duties. And these are still in use, though rather extensively updated in recent years.
The picture was taken very recently while the aircraft on the picture was on a mission. Rotate the picture 90 degrees CCW and you'll find it being in a rather level attitude.
underneath is a more informative picture of a 35A/S.
So, there were many who identified, but as Lear 35 was mentioned by cavuman1, I'll offer the control to your corner.
Thank you, Beamr! Let us try:
- Ed
- Ed
I believe I am constrained for 24 hours to tell the inimitable Noyade that the nail has been hit on the head with unusual rapidity. Well done! I am new to this thread and am open to suggestions and constructive criticism. 24 hours having elapsed, the comm is yours, Noyade.
- Ed
- Ed
Last edited by cavuman1; 20th Oct 2021 at 16:57. Reason: Redeclaration of Victory
Farman F.280 or F.281. Earlier had 7-cylinder Salmson engine and latter 4 cylinder Renault engine.
I'll take it that its the F.281, based on the amount of exhaust pipes. Original F.280 was F-ALKR, only one made but re-engined later with Renaults becoming F.281.
I'll take it that its the F.281, based on the amount of exhaust pipes. Original F.280 was F-ALKR, only one made but re-engined later with Renaults becoming F.281.
OH for so long, due in some part I'm sure by it being a bit of a closed-shop. When OH was called on my last submission when I hadn't even responded with confirmation of a correct answer, (post#2656) I decided to give it all a miss.
You might be right that some jumped the gun a bit quickly.
I hope it will not keep you from contributing anymore now?
Despite sharing the same name as Maurice the famous french aviateur's second tipple (in the joke), it didn't have a meteoric career.
Last edited by meleagertoo; 2nd Nov 2021 at 19:48.