The XP-86F took to the skies for the first time in October 1947. Essentially, it was the result of incorporating swept wings into North American Aviation’s design for the NA-140. This is a detailed look at the Sabre and its use by the Spanish Air Force over its lifetime.[AuthorName]By Gonzalo Ávila and Roberto Yáñez[/AuthorName][AuthorBio][/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]104 color & b/w photos[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle]The Birth of a Modern Air Force[/SubTitle][ColorPattern]104 color & b/w photos[/ColorPattern]