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Overview

F/A-18 Super Hornets are highly capable, twin-engine, fighter aircrafts of U.S. Navy. The Super Hornets come in two models, the single-seated F/A-18E model, and the two-seated F/A-18F model. They are the more advanced variant of the McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet and are capable of performing an extensive variety of tactical missions. 

The first operational F/A-18 Super Hornets squadron was formed in June of 2001. In April of 2005, Boeing delivered the F/A-18 Block II Super Hornet, built with the world’s first tactical, multi-mode AESA radar. In August of 2021, the first F/A-18 Block III Super Hornet was delivered to the U.S. Navy from Boeing.

Specifications

Wingspan: 44 ft 8 in

Length: 60 ft 1 in

Height: 16 ft

Weight: 32,100 lbs

Thrust: 17,000 lbs per engine

Top Speed: Mach 1.6