Not all aircraft are a treat to fly. Some have a few terrifying tricks up their wings.
Meet the F-100 Super Sabre, the first fighter aircraft capable of flying faster than the speed of sound in level flight. But breaking barriers came with some deadly consequences.
With its sharply swept wings, the F-100 was built for speed, but flying at slower speeds could turn into a pilot's worst nightmare. During landing, the aircraft could experience a dangerous stall known as the "Sabre Dance," causing the nose to pitch up and the pilot to lose control.
This spooky season, we're uncovering the darker side of aviation history and the chilling stories behind some of our most iconic aircraft. Visit Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum this October to see the F-100 Super Sabre for yourself!
