How long can an F-18 stay airborne? We break down Hornet vs Super Hornet endurance, internal fuel limits, and mission-driven range differences.
The 12 million flight hours milestone cements the F/A-18 and EA-18G fleet’s status as one of the most enduring families of aircraft in modern naval aviation. The U.S. Navy has announced on Aug. 1, ...
This November will mark the 30th anniversary of the maiden flight of the F/A-18 Super Hornet. Reports indicate that the United States Navy could still award a contract for the F/A-XX later this year, ...
The F/A-18 Hornet is the most widely flown fighter jet by the Marine Corps It was developed by McDonnell Douglas and Northrop, and introduced in the early 1980s The Marine Corps has not upgraded to ...
Summary: The F/A-18 Hornet, initially almost scrapped by the Air Force, became the backbone of the U.S. Navy’s aerial fleet for over four decades. -Originating from the YF-17 prototype, it was adapted ...