Beale retires TU-2S #1065

On Jan. 11, Beale Air Force Base commemorated the retirement of a historic aircraft – TU-2S tail number 1065 with a final ceremonial flight.


Photo: Beale Air Force Base

Arriving at Beale in 1983, 1065 served the base with distinction for nearly 40 years, accumulating an impressive 11,450 sorties and 24,042 flight hours. The aircraft played a vital role in countless training missions and operational deployments, leaving an indelible mark on the history of Beale AFB.

2 thoughts on “Beale retires TU-2S #1065

  1. Would have been nicer to show a better picture of the TU-2S museum or the Udvar Hazy?

    Will the aircraft stay in Beale’s

  2. Would have been nicer to show a better picture of the TU-2S .

    Will the aircraft stay in Beale’s museum or the National Museum of the Air Force?

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