TU-16 AURI 🇮🇩
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The Tupolev Tu-16 (NATO reporting name "Badger" is a twin-engined jet strategic heavy bomber used by the Soviet Union.
Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU): 26 Tu-16KS-1 acquired in 1961. Used during the preparation of Operation Trikora in 1962, being the capture of Western New Guinea from the Netherlands (now Papua and Papua Barat). They were also planned to be used for attacking the Colossus-class aircraft carrier HNLMS Karel Doorman. All were based at Iswahjudi Air Force Base, Madiun, East Java, and were grounded in 1969. Removed from service in 1970.
Cool! Love the badgers!
Thanks Buddy