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Fouga CM-170 Magister
Château-Savigny-lès-Beaune 11.jpg
Former Fouga CM-170 from the Patrouille de France.
Role Training aircraft
National origin France.
Manufacturer Fouga
First flight 1952
Introduction 1956
Status Active
Primary user French Air Force.
Number built 929

The Fouga CM-170 Magister is a French military airplane. It was designed to train pilots. It could also be used as a light attack aircraft. This means it could carry weapons for small missions.

The Magister was built in other countries too. These included Belgium, Finland, and Germany. Many air forces around the world used it. Some of these countries were Algeria, Austria, Bangladesh, Brazil, France, Germany, Israel, and Morocco.

From 1964 to 1981, the Magister was the main plane for the Patrouille de France. This is a famous French aerobatic team. Even today, some CM-170 Magisters still fly. You might see them at air shows around the world.

What is the Fouga Magister?

The Fouga CM-170 Magister is a jet aircraft. It was first flown in 1952. It became active in 1956. This plane was special because it was one of the first jet trainers. It helped pilots learn to fly jet planes.

How many were built?

About 929 Fouga Magisters were built. This shows how popular and useful the plane was. It served in many different air forces.

Its role in the Patrouille de France

The Patrouille de France is like a flying display team. They perform amazing stunts in the sky. The Magister was their main aircraft for many years. It helped them show off their skills.

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    The first CM.170M development aircraft for the Aéronavale at the Paris Air Show in May 1957

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    Ex French Air Force CM170R privately operated from Boeing Field Seattle in 1998

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    Fouga CM-170 Magister at Paris Air Show 2007

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    Four Magisters of the Brazil Air Force Esquadrilha da Fumaca at Santos Dumont Airport, Rio, in 1972.

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See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Fouga Magister para niños

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