The McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet is an all-weather supersonic, twin-engine, carrier -capable, multirole combat aircraft, designed as both a fighter and attack aircraft (hence the F/A designation).

The Boeing F/A-18E and F/A-18F Super Hornet are a series of American supersonic twin-engine, carrier-capable, multirole fighter aircraft derived from the McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet. The Super Hornet is in service with the armed forces of the United States, Australia, and Kuwait.

Feb 4, 2021 · In its fighter mode, the F/A-18 is used primarily as a fighter escort and for fleet air defense; in its attack mode, it is used for force projection, interdiction and close and deep air...

The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet is the U.S. Navy's most advanced frontline carrier-based, multi-role strike fighter available today.

Feb 1, 2025 · Key Points and Summary: The F/A-18E/F Super Hornet has cemented itself as the U.S. Navy’s most reliable and versatile fighter. Since its introduction in 1999, it has excelled in air-to-air combat, precision strikes, and naval operations.

F/A-18 Hornet became the nation’s first all-weather fighter and attack aircraft and was designed for traditional strike applications such as interdiction and close air support without...

The F/A-18 Block III Super Hornet is the newest highly capable, affordable and available tactical aircraft in U.S. Navy inventory. The Super Hornet is the backbone of the U.S. Navy carrier air wing now and for decades to come.

Dec 6, 2024 · The F/A-18 Super Hornet is the only U.S. tactical fighter to achieve the Pentagon’s 80% mission-capable rate, surpassing the F-35, which has struggled with a mission-capable rate of 55.7%.

All-weather fighter and attack aircraft. The single-seat F/A-18 Hornet is the nation's first strike-fighter. It was designed for traditional strike applications such as interdiction and close air support without compromising its fighter capabilities.

The F/A-18 Hornet is an all-weather jet aircraft that is used by the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps as both a fighter and attack platform. In its fighter mode, the F/A-18 is used primarily as a...