K-13 (missile) - Operational History

Operational History

The AA-2 Atoll was used by North Vietnamese MiG-21 pilots. Due to the NVAF's very limited number of MiG-21's, their common tactic was to approach an American formation at maximum reasonable speed, fire their missiles in volleys, and extend (exit area) at maximum speed to avoid engagement.

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