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The F/A-18 Hornet: Inside the Navy Plane that Almost Never Flew
The Air Force passed on the YF-17 prototype, preferring the more agile F-16. But Navy planners liked it—ultimately ...
Here's How Much An F-18 Super Hornet Jet Actually Costs To Build
John Lemmon, the program executive officer for tactical aircraft at NAVAIR told USNI ... Office state that each individual ...
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F/A-XX could be the Navy’s last piloted fighter, bring greater range
The Air Force awarded a contract to Boeing to build its sixth-generation jet, dubbed the F-47, and the Navy's award could ...
How Fast Do The Blue Angels Fly? A Look At Their Top Speed
The Blue Angels have a long history of service with the U.S. Navy, having been established back in 1946. Here's a look at the ...
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Boeing Wins Contract to Support F/A-18 Aircraft Program
Valued at $12.9 million, the contract is expected to be completed by March 2030. Per the terms of the deal, Boeing will be engaged in the repair of the landing edge flap antenna used on the F/A-18 ...