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Republic XP-84 Thunderjet prototype 45-59475

Serial 45-59475 was the first XP-84 prototype and the aircraft used for the Thunderjet family's maiden flight at Muroc Dry Lake on February 28, 1946. Its first-flight role makes it a historically significant airframe rather than a representative production tail number.

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XP-84 45-59475Republic XP-84 prototype
Name
Republic XP-84 Thunderjet prototype 45-59475
Status
retired

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Serial 45-59475 was the first XP-84 prototype and the aircraft used for the Thunderjet family's maiden flight at Muroc Dry Lake on February 28, 1946. Its first-flight role makes it a historically significant airframe rather than a representative production tail number.
First Flight Date
1946-02-28
Manufacturer
Vehicle Family

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August 1, 2026 at 09:44:28 UTC
Updated Time
August 1, 2026 at 09:44:28 UTC

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Serial Number
45-59475
Vehicle Code
45-59475