Historical Aircraft : Lockheed P-80 Shooting Star
Lockheed P-80 Shooting Star: A Jet-Age Pioneer
The Jet Fighter That Revolutionized American Air Power.
The Lockheed P-80 Shooting Star soared into history as America’s first combat-ready jet fighter, entering service in 1945. Its groundbreaking design not only marked the dawn of the jet age but also proved its prowess in the world’s first all-jet combat. With 15 years of production after its initial experimental flight, the P-80 remains a testament to innovation and aeronautical excellence, setting the stage for modern air combat.
