The Northrop F-5 Tiger is a lightweight, supersonic fighter aircraft designed for cost-effective air superiority and ground attack missions. It gained fame for its simplicity, reliability, and agility, making it a favorite among both U.S. allies and adversary training programs worldwide.
 
General Information:
Role: Light fighter, interceptor, trainer, ground-attack aircraft
Manufacturer: Northrop Corporation
First Flight: July 30, 1959
Introduction: 1962
Crew: 1 (F-5A/B) or 2 (F-5F trainer variant)
Nickname: Tiger (officially F-5E/F “Tiger II” for upgraded variant)
Key Features:
Low-cost, high-performance supersonic fighter
Lightweight and highly maneuverable
Widely exported; also used by U.S. as an “aggressor” aircraft for training