2 Squadron SAAF
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2 Squadron is a squadron in the South African Air Force which was formed in 1940. The squadron has a long history, having been involved in every single combat action in which the SAAF has taken part.
2 Squadron Mustang fighters during the Korean War
A No. 2 Squadron F-86F, 1953.
Memorial plaque, Union Buildings
Cheetah C as flown by 2 Sqn
Atlas Cheetah
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The Atlas Cheetah is a South African fighter aircraft produced by the aviation company Atlas Aircraft Corporation. It was primarily developed and operated by the South African Air Force.
2 Squadron SAAF
…several engagements during the South-West Africa/Angola Border War. They continued to fly the Mirages until October 1990. They later re-equipped with the Atlas Cheetah C and D, but remained 'on the books' during the hiatus between Mirage and Cheetah, not being officially disbanded at that point. Reconnaissance was…
A South African Air Force Cheetah C
Cockpit of the Cheetah D flight simulator
A Cheetah flying over USS Forrest Sherman in Table Bay
A Cheetah D in 2007