Aerfer Sagittario 2
The Aerfer Sagittario 2 (Italian for sagittarius) was a prototype all-metal single-seat lightweight fighter aircraft built in Italy by Aerfer, intended to serve as an interceptor or light tactical support aircraft. First flown in 1956, it became the first Italian aircraft to break the sound barrier in controlled flight when it reached Mach 1.1 during a dive from 13,725 m (45,000 ft).
| Sagittario 2 | |
|---|---|
| Sagittario 2 MM560 in Italian Air Force markings at the 1957 Paris Air Salon | |
| Role | Prototype fighter |
| Manufacturer | Aerfer |
| First flight | 19 May 1956 |
| Primary user | Italian Air Force |
| Number built | 2 |
| Developed from | Ambrosini Sagittario |
| Developed into | Aerfer Ariete |
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