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McDonnell Douglas F-15E Strike Eagle
Weight(s)(Text) | Empty weight: Approximately 12700 kg (varies by model) Maximum takeoff weight: 30845 kg | ||||||||
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Origin(s) | United States (McDonnell Douglas) | ||||||||
Dimension(s) | Length: 19.43 metres Wingspan: 13.05 metres Height: 5.63 metres Wing area: 56.5 m² | ||||||||
Performance | Maximum speed: Mach 2.5+ (at high altitude) Cruise speed: Mach 0.9 Service ceiling: 19800 metres (65000 ft) Range: 5550 km (with external fuel tanks) | ||||||||
Users | United States Air Force (USAF) Israeli Air Force Japan Air Self-Defense Force Royal Saudi Air Force Republic of Korea Air Force | ||||||||
Engine and Power System | 2 × Pratt & Whitney F100 turbofan engines Variable thrust depending on model | ||||||||
Number Produced | More than 1200 | ||||||||
First Flight and Production Year | 27 July 1972 (First Flight) 1976 (Entry into Service) | ||||||||
Category(ies) | Tactical Fighter Aircraft Air Superiority Fighter | ||||||||
The McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle is a twin-engine tactical fighter aircraft developed in the 1970s and subsequently operated by numerous air forces. Designed for air superiority missions, the F-15 is renowned for its high maneuver capability and advanced avionics systems.
Douglas F-15 (Pixabay)
Following the Vietnam War, the USA Air Force (USAF) identified a need for a fighter aircraft capable of establishing air superiority, prompting McDonnell Douglas to initiate the F-15 Eagle project. The F-15 made its first flight in 1972 and entered service in 1976. The aircraft’s design is distinguished by its twin-engine configuration providing high thrust and advanced avionics systems.
One of the most notable features of the F-15 is its advanced radar and avionics systems. These systems enable the aircraft to detect, track and effectively engage targets at long long ranges. The aircraft’s weapons systems include a variety of air-to-air missiles, bombs and a 20 mm top like. Different variants of the F-15 have been tailored for specific roles; for example, the F-15E Strike Eagle is equipped with air-to-ground strike capabilities and has emerged as a multirole platform.
The F-15 has been employed in various conflicts including the Gulf War, Kosovo War and Iraq War. It has proven effective in both air superiority and air-to-ground attack missions and continues to serve in the air forces of many nations.
Douglas F-15E Strike Eagle (Pixabay)
The F-15 Eagle holds a prominent place among modern war aircraft. It played a critical role in the evolution of the air superiority concept and became one of the defining symbol systems of its era. Airplane has inspired the design of many subsequent fighter aircraft.
Douglas F-15 Eagle (Pixabay)
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McDonnell Douglas F-15E Strike Eagle
Weight(s)(Text) | Empty weight: Approximately 12700 kg (varies by model) Maximum takeoff weight: 30845 kg | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Origin(s) | United States (McDonnell Douglas) | ||||||||
Dimension(s) | Length: 19.43 metres Wingspan: 13.05 metres Height: 5.63 metres Wing area: 56.5 m² | ||||||||
Performance | Maximum speed: Mach 2.5+ (at high altitude) Cruise speed: Mach 0.9 Service ceiling: 19800 metres (65000 ft) Range: 5550 km (with external fuel tanks) | ||||||||
Users | United States Air Force (USAF) Israeli Air Force Japan Air Self-Defense Force Royal Saudi Air Force Republic of Korea Air Force | ||||||||
Engine and Power System | 2 × Pratt & Whitney F100 turbofan engines Variable thrust depending on model | ||||||||
Number Produced | More than 1200 | ||||||||
First Flight and Production Year | 27 July 1972 (First Flight) 1976 (Entry into Service) | ||||||||
Category(ies) | Tactical Fighter Aircraft Air Superiority Fighter | ||||||||
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