Bugger.........................

A bit marginal, admittedly. But a good race like in olden days, wasn't it? :ok:

This thread is more interesting than SC!!

Thanks Reg. Total fluke and I would've got nowhere without your clues. I'm finding it difficult to locate photos...so...

http://img26.imageshack.us/img26/3597/img073s.jpg

That one looks divergent as well!!!

Not another rocket?

...or an afterburning jet.....

Now, David, that's a little harsh, ain't it? After all those good times we had? :)

Yes, jet aircraft.

Not harsh at all mate - just my viewpoint.

Time to resurrect "teasers"?

Mirage F1 ?

Fair enough....and there are enough teasers here I think mate. ;)

Not French.

Looks like it has an afterburner system though (the nozzles).

American?

Afterburner, yes.
American, no.

Heading off shortly. How 'bout a clue? It's British.

What?????

A single engined afterburning British jet with rear fuselage strakes!!!!!!!!

Graeme, the BAe EAP?

That's him! :ok:

Your control Ken. Goodnight gents! :)

Thanks Graeme. Part 128 limited the selection process!

Here we go:

http://i551.photobucket.com/albums/i...r/c413aee9.jpg

Do I see a chaff/flare dispenser or is it a brake 'chute housing?

Believe its a braking chute housing. It certainly uses one on landing.

Just a quick stab, then I have to go, so OH if correct please!!

SAAB Gripen ??

Second thoughts, don't think it is 'coz of lack of 'chute housing, got misled on a website, twas a Mirage I saw (as one would :))