43-28329 Ma Petite Cherie II
The personal mount of Maj. Ray Beckley, 43-28329 was finished in natural metal except for the camera hoods which were in PRU. Anti-glare panels also in PRU. (She had been originally finished in overall PRU-Blue). The tip of the nose is red while hint of former PRU is seen around the "S9" on the boom radiator. While returning to the field after a mission, Major Beckley buzzed low between two trees, unfortunately hitting a stump or underbrush between them. Reportedly the aircraft was never quite right after that.
Object Number - UPL 13482 - Ma Petite Cherie II F-5E-2-LO The personal mount of Maj. Ray Beckley, 43-28329 was finished in natural metal except for the camera hoods which...
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- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 7th Photographic Reconnaissance Group 13th Photographic Reconnaissance Squadron 34th Photographic Reconnaissance Squadron
- Service Numbers: O-661430
- Highest Rank: Colonel
- Role/Job: Pilot
