F-104N #812, F-15A #287, and YF-17 #569 in formation.
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F-104N #812, F-15A #287, and YF-17 #569 in formation. During a seven-week flight test project with the Air Force, the objectives included the study of maneuverability of this aircraft at transonic speeds and the collection of in-flight pressure data from around the afterbody of the aircraft to improve wind-tunnel predictions for future fighter aircraft.1976NASA Photo› YF-17 Project Description