Jun 22, 2015
The World's Largest Private Air Force
Draken International has: 1. A pretty badass name. 2. The largest privately-owned fleet of tactical aircraft in the world, including MiG-21 and A-4 fighter jets. That pretty much makes them the largest private air force in the world.
Lakeland, Florida isn’t America’s most happening city. It’s not constantly in the news for any particular reason, nor does it boast the presence of sports teams that would otherwise generate the city some form of publicity. However, it’s a different story at the city’s Lakeland Linder Regional Airport. If you pay attention, you might just spot the most peculiar sight- dozens of military aircraft…
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