F-86F Sabre

Shrike Simulations

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As one of the most significant fighter jets of the 1940s-50s, the F-86 Sabre's legacy has stood the test of time. Being the first American fighter to soar the sky using a swept wing concept, the F-86 Sabre was hailed as the best US fighter during the Korean War and remains the most produced western fighter jet to this day.

Immerse yourself in stunning detail as you pilot this historic aircraft, complete with authentic cockpit controls and lifelike flight dynamics. From the sleek lines of its fuselage to the roar of its engine, our F-86F-30 Sabre has been faithfully recreated for an unparalleled flight experience.

Standout features include:

  • Professionally created & pilot tested flight dynamics that are realistic to the aircraft.
  • A careful balance of systems depth and accessibility designed to please seasoned pilots as well as newcomers.
  • Period-accurate sound set curated to provide a fully immersive environment.
  • Stunning realistic lighting effects, both inside and outside of the cockpit.
  • Custom animated pilot model with unique textures which match the 13 included liveries.
  • High quality 3D model with custom animations, ground equipment, canopy opening, and more.
  • Spectacular realistic texturing with accurate, high resolution markings.
  • Detailed user guide which includes an overview of custom implemented systems.
  • Available paint kit for creating your own liveries - seperately available for download from our website.

Reviews: "An immensely enjoyable aircraft with awesome visuals inside and out, engaging flight dynamics, great sounds, and an overall very accessible package." – FSNews


"Its just wonderful fun!" - Jonathan Beckett YouTube


"If you're on the fence about it, trust me you'll like it. [...] They have done a fantastic job!" - Overkill Simulations


"The F-86 is impeccably represented in MSFS [...] Shrike has done an exemplary job recreating this iconic air ace." - MSFS Addons


"Beautifully textured, beautifully made." – AvAngel


"Absolute hours of fun!" - Twotonemurphy

The F-86F-30 Sabre is an American single-seat, single-engine, military combat aircraft. The swept-wing, jet-powered Sabre took its maiden flight on October 1, 1947 and entered service in 1949 with the United States Air Force. During the Korean war, the Sabre participated in some of the first jet-on-jet dogfights in history when American Air Force pilots engaged MiG-15s.

The F-86F-30 features a bubble canopy for optimized field of view, a retractable tricycle undercarriage, and an open nose for its jet engine’s intake. The aircraft measures 37 feet, 6 inches in length, stands 14 feet, 1 inch tall, and has a wingspan of 37 feet, 1 inch.

The Sabre is powered by a single turbojet engine that delivers up to 5,200 pounds of thrust. It cruises at 550 miles per hour, has a top speed of 685 mph, and climbs at 9,850 feet per minute. It has a service ceiling of 49,000 feet above sea level and a range of 1,200 miles.

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