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F/A-18 Hornet

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Hiya everyone! Here is the McDonell Douglas F-18 Hornet is a versatile twin engine fighter, which quickly found itself as a fundamental part of the US Navy and Marines aviation. Perhaps it is most recognizable for its role with the US Navy's Blue Angels. Here, it is equipped with 2 "sidewinder" and 2 "sparrow" missles. Comment, Rate, and Enjoy!

General Characteristics

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  • Wingspan 30.1ft (9.2m)
  • Length 42.1ft (12.8m)
  • Height 14.2ft (4.3m)
  • Empty Weight 11,475lbs (5,204kg)
  • Loaded Weight 17,078lbs (7,746kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 3.947
  • Wing Loading 49.5lbs/ft2 (241.8kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 344.9ft2 (32.0m2)
  • Drag Points 3312

Parts

  • Number of Parts 66
  • Control Surfaces 6
  • Performance Cost 469