F-16V (Viper) Fighting Falcon Multi-Role Fighter - Air Force …
WEBMar 22, 2024 · The F-16V (Viper), also referred to as the F-16 Block 70/72, is the latest variant of the F-16 Fighting Falcon fourth-generation multi-role fighter aircraft manufactured by Lockheed Martin. The aircraft integrates advanced capabilities as part of an upgrade package to better inter-operate with fifth-generation fighters, including the F-35 and ...
Lockheed Martin unveils SR-72 as successor to SR-71 spy plane
WEBNov 3, 2013 · Details of the aircraft, dubbed the SR-72, were revealed by Aviation Week on November 1 and confirm that Skunk Works are working on a design that can fly at Mach 6, twice as fast as its predecessor. Defence planners say the development of a hypersonic reconnaissance aircraft will address the perceived gaps in …
AGM-158 JASSM (Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile)
WEBJul 5, 2013 · The AGM-158 JASSM (Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile) is an autonomous, long-range missile developed and produced by Lockheed Martin. This conventional, air-to-ground and precision standoff missile was designed primarily for the US Air Force (USAF). The 2,000lb class weapon offers high capability and precision in destroying stationary as ...
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Joint direct attack munition-extended range (JDAM-ER) US
WEBMar 27, 2023 · JDAM-ER is a high-precision glide bomb with a drop range of more than 72km. Credit: US Air Force photo by 1st Lt Lindsey Heflin. Joint Direct Attack Munition-Extended Range (JDAM-ER) is the latest winged variant of the Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) precision bomb guidance kit produced by …
Top 10 advanced fighter aircraft - Air Force Technology
WEBJun 2, 2019 · The F-22 Raptor developed by Lockheed Martin and Boeing is a single-seat, twin-engine fifth-generation advanced tactical fighter. The stealth, integrated avionics and performance potentially makes the F-22 the most capable air-to-air combat aircraft in the world. Inducted by the US Air Force (USAF) as an air-superiority fighter, the F-22 ...
Sukhoi Su-57: A Fifth-Generation Fighter Jet for the Russian Air Force
WEBFeb 26, 2021 · The Su-57 is an outcome of the Russian Air Force’s PAK FA fifth-generation fighter jet programme. Codenamed ‘Felon’ by Nato, Su-57 is a twin-engine stealth fighter that will be used in both anti-air and air-to-ground operations. Being developed by Sukhoi Design Bureau and Russian Aircraft Corporation, the aircraft performed its maiden ...
C-12 Huron Military Passenger and Transport Aircraft
WEBAug 17, 2020 · A US Navy C-12 Huron participated in a readiness exercise with other military aircraft including Koku-Jieitai F-35A Lightning II and F-16CM Fighting Falcons at the Misawa Air Base in Japan which culminated in a joint and bilateral “elephant walk” formation, in June 2020.. C-12 Huron variants. The C-12 aircraft comes with 13 variants – C-12A, UC-12B, TC-12B, C-12C, C-12D, C-12E, C-12F, UC ...
The world’s most effective air-to-air missiles - Air Force Technology
WEBJun 1, 2019 · The R-77 (RVV-AE) (NATO: AA-12 Adder) is a medium-range air-to-air missile developed by State Machine-Building Design Bureau “Vympel”. The R-77’s multi-purpose target engagement capabilities and resistance against countermeasures are among the best in the world. The R-77 (RVV-AE) can be deployed on MiG/Sukhoi fighters and other foreign ...
EC-37B Compass Call Electronic Warfare Aircraft, US - Air Force …
WEBJun 13, 2024 · Design, features, and avionics of EA-37B Compass Call EW aircraft. The EA-37B aircraft has a length of 29.4m, a height of 7.9m and a wingspan of 28.5m. The aircraft’s weight and operating costs are reduced by 50% each, compared to the EC-130H Compass Call. The aircraft’s weight is 48,300lb and maximum take-off weight is 91,000lb.