Initially designed to intercept enemy bombers, the MiG-17 featured improved speed, handling, and armament over its predecessor, the MiG-15. -Despite a lackluster debut during the 1958 Taiwan ...

“North Vietnamese pilots spoke highly of the MiG‑17’s maneuverability, simplicity of construction, and effectiveness of armament.” In his latest book, Rolling Thunder 1965-68: Johnson’s ...

Part of the reason for this aircraft’s success and popularity was its standard armament featuring a cannon ... with just a single hit. The MiG-17 (Fresco) was a vastly upgraded version of ...

W ith a top speed of 711 mph (1,144 km/h) and a range of about 510 miles (820 km), the MiG-17 was designed to be agile and fast, ideal for close-range aerial combat. Its performance and ...

Initially designed to intercept enemy bombers, the MiG-17 featured improved speed, handling, and armament over its predecessor, the MiG-15. -Despite a lackluster debut during the 1958 Taiwan ...