The F-5 Tiger is a lightweight supersonic fighter aircraft developed by Northrop Grumman corporation in the United States during the late 1950s and early 1960. Originally conceived as an affordable low maintenance tactical fighter, the F-5 embodies elegant simplicity in military aviation design.

Variants

F-5A

The F-5A Freedom Fighter is a lightweight, single-seat supersonic jet developed in the 1960s for air forces needing an affordable, simple fighter. It was optimized for air-to-air and light ground-attack missions, and widely exported due to its low cost and easy maintenance

F-5E

The F-5E Tiger II is a significantly upgraded version with better engines, radar, avionics, and maneuverability. It retained the lightweight, low-cost philosophy but added more combat punch, making it a capable fighter for both air combat and ground attack, especially for allied nations.