Developed in the Soviet Union and first taking flight in 1947, the Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-15 was given the NATO reporting name of "Fagot" (a bundle of sticks or twigs bound together as fuel. shut up). It an early adopter of swept-wings and numerous other new technologies, outclassing other straight-wing fighters in combat. Boasting a light weight, a powerful engine, and an armament of hard-hitting cannons, the MiG-15 was one of the best first generation jet fighters around, and a fierce opponent over the skies of Korea. The MiG-15 is directly responsible with prompting the US to introduce the F-86 Sabre.

Though quickly outclassed by other aircraft and replaced by the subsequent MiG-17, the MiG-15 saw service with in many conflicts, and with many nations, and allegedly is still in use today in North Korea. With no fewer than 15,000 of all types, it is one of the most produced fighter aircraft ever, and along with its combat track record, the MiG-15 is one of the most famous of all time.