ok, a more conventional clue this time.....if I have to, I guess...
1. It was designed to fit a specification issued in the 50's.
2. Did not fly until the 60's.
3. 3 main versions.
4. Only 2 versions were really used .
5. But this aircraft was used by more than a few nations.
6. Twin engined.
7. While several were lost due to accidents, and at least one structural failure, only one was downed by hostile fire. (as far as I can tell)
8. This aircraft is still in "front line" service.
9. Not a U.S. aircraft.
10.It carries the name of something that can be shimmery and lovely, but can also be deadly.
11. One aspect of it's design shares a name with a tootsie roll product! (Chew on that one !)
12. Only 2 nations are still using this aircraft, and one is in the process of replacing it.
13. Which will leave one nation using it, and it is the nation that built them.
Ok, That's whatcha get for a start......
Thanks!
Zip