The F/A-18 Hornet has a maximum speed of approximately Mach 1.8, which translates to around 1,190 miles per hour (1,915 kilometers per hour) at altitude. Its speed can vary based on factors such as altitude, payload, and specific mission parameters. The aircraft is designed for both air-to-air and air-to-ground combat, showcasing versatility in its operations.
a giant hornet can fly only 15 mph
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About 1,300 depending on load and other things.
McDonnell Douglas originally did, now it is Boeing.
A F-18 Hornet has a length of 56 ft (17.1 m)
The original is the F/A-18C/D (Hornet) which is superseded by the F/A-18E/F (Super Hornet). Main differences are in the thrust to weigh ratio, how much more armament the E/F series can hold, and new electronic counter-measure capabilities.
That remains to be seen, with the SU 30 and possibly Typhoon in the running too.
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The F/A-18 Hornet is a twin-engine supersonic, all-weather carrier-capable multirole combat jet, it is both a fighter and attack bomber
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The F/A-18 Super Hornet, an advanced variant of the original F/A-18 Hornet, was first introduced in 1999. It entered service with the U.S. Navy in 2001, replacing the older F-14 Tomcat and enhancing the Navy's fleet with improved capabilities. The aircraft has since become a critical component of naval aviation operations.
An F/A-18 Hornet typically has a top speed of around 1,190 miles per hour (1,915 kilometers per hour) or approximately Mach 1.8 at altitude. Its speed can vary based on factors like altitude, load, and mission profile. The aircraft is designed for versatility and can operate effectively in various combat and support roles.