Fighter Friday with the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II, Mach 2 capable jet that set multiple world speed, altitude, and time-to-climb records. It entered service in the 60’s and 60 years later its still operational for example by the Turkish Airforce. Video: @frankcrebas | Aviation Liker

20K views · 480 reactions | The Thunderbirds were officially activated on this day in history 67 years ago, June 1, 1953, as the 3600th Air Demonstration Team at Luke AFB, Arizona. The McDonnell Douglas F-4E Phantom II flew for the Thunderbirds from 1969 to 1973. During this time, the Blue Angels flew the F-4J Navy version making the Phantom II the only aircraft to display the thrill of aviation for both teams. #virtualtucson | Pima Air and Space Museum | Facebook