McDonnell Douglas F/A-18

The F/A-18 is a carrier-capable fighter built by McDonnell Douglas. It first flew on 18 November 1978 and entered service on 07 January 1983. 1,480 were built.

McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet
Pictured: McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet · DN-SC-04-08946 · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons
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About the McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet

Type of aircraft
carrier-capable fighter
First flight
18 November 1978
Entered service
07 January 1983
Total built
1,480
Length
17.1 m
Height
4.9 m

Where you can see one

1 example is on public display.

CollectionIdentityStatus
South Australian Aviation MuseumA21-32static display