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Tinker Toy

Nickname given to the Temco TT-1 Pinto, A jet-powered training aircraft that served the U.S. Navy and Air Force for a very short time during the 1950s. Modified versions of this aircraft with a larger engine and expanded fuel capacity in civilian hands, however are prized possesions and considered the ultimate aerial sports car.

by JonathanChance September 30, 2003

The Hire

A series of short films put out by BMW in 2001-2002 featuring various BMW models. These films starred British actor Clive Owen as a driver for hire.

If you haven't seen The Hire series, you are really missing out on some great films.

by JonathanChance September 29, 2003

thud

Nickname given to the Republic F-105 Thunderchief. The Thunderchief was primarily used as a Ground attack aircraft during the Vietnam War.

The Thuds rolled in and gave Charlie a wake-up call he'd never forget!

by JonathanChance September 29, 2003

Jolly Green

Nickname given to the Sikorsky HH-3 helicopter. Made famous for its rescue missions it flew during the Vietnam War

Lt. Cunningham wal plucked out of enemy territory by a Jolly Green.

by JonathanChance September 29, 2003

hun

Nickname given to the North American F-100 Super Sabre, the first American combat aircraft to break the sound barrier in level flight.

by JonathanChance September 29, 2003

Double Ugly

Nickname given to the F-4 Phantom.

by JonathanChance September 29, 2003

chickenhawk

Nickname given by the Austrailian navy to the A-4F Skyhawk.

by JonathanChance September 29, 2003