F/A-18 Hornet (see Figure 3-9)
Table 3-11 contains the general characteristics/description of an F/A-18 Hornet.
Figure 3-9 -- F/A-18 Hornet.
F/A-18 Hornet
Wing span
37 ft 6 in
Length
56 ft 0 in
Height
15 ft 3 in
Climb rate
8,000 fpm
Ceiling
50,000 ft
Descent rate
6,000 fpm
Category
III
Approach speed
141 kn
Remarks
Manufactured by McDonnell Douglas Corporation. Carrier- and
land-based, twin-engine strike fighter aircraft. Afterburner
equipped. The F/A-18A, C, and E are single seat. The F/A-18B,
D, and F are two seats. The F/A-18E and F are based on a
lengthened and upgraded design.
Table 3-11 -- F/A-18 Hornet characteristics/description
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