In Eskişehir, the 50th anniversary of the F-4E Phantom jets, which joined the Turkish Air Force fleet in 1974, was celebrated with spectacular events. The celebration, held at Eskişehir’s 1st Main Jet Base Command, concluded with a breathtaking “elephant walk” involving 10 fighter jets.
F-4E Phantoms Soared in the Sky
Five F-4E Phantom jets from the 1st Main Jet Base’s 111th Squadron Command, known as the “Panther Squadron,” took to the skies for the event. The aircraft, adorned with Turkish flags and portraits of Atatürk, performed an impressive low-altitude flyby. Approximately 700 aviation photographers and members of the press captured these unforgettable moments.
Mesmerizing Elephant Walk
Following the low-altitude flyby, a stunning “elephant walk” was performed with the participation of 10 fighter jets from the 1st Main Jet Base Command. The synchronized procession of jets captivated the audience with their precision and coordination.
50 Years of Service in the Turkish Air Force
Since their inclusion in the Turkish Air Force in 1974, the F-4E Phantom jets have played a vital role in the country’s air defense. This special event honored the 50th anniversary of their service, highlighting their enduring significance to the Turkish Air Force.
Türk Hava Kuvvetlerimizin envanterinde 50’nci yılını dolduran F-4E/2020 savaş uçaklarımız; 50’nci yıla özel olarak pistte “Fil Yürüyüşü” yaptı ve vadide “Alçak İrtifa Eğitim Uçuşu” gerçekleştirdi.#turkishphantom 🇹🇷#MillîSavunmaBakanlığı pic.twitter.com/i1x3qGcShr
— T.C. Millî Savunma Bakanlığı (@tcsavunma) November 17, 2024
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