Predator RQ-1 / MQ-1 / MQ-9 Reaper UAV - Air Force Technology
WEBSep 2, 2022 · The MQ-1, formerly designated as RQ-1 Predator, is a long-endurance, medium-altitude, turboprop-powered, multi-mission, unmanned aircraft system (UAS). It was manufactured by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI), an aeronautics company based in the US. A contract was awarded to GA-ASI in January 1994 to execute the Tier II, medium ...
Next Generation Air Dominance Programme - Air Force Technology
WEBMar 8, 2024 · Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) is a highly classified and secretive programme of the US Air Force (USAF) to increase lethality and ensure air superiority. The programme revolutionises the USAF’s modernisation plans by adopting a system-of-systems approach instead of a singular platform. A …
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 ...
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 ...
F-16 Fighting Falcon Multirole Fighter - Air Force Technology
WEBThe F-16 Falcon is a multi-role fighter aircraft that entered service in 1979. The Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon is one of the world’s most prolific fighter aircraft. Lockheed Martin delivered about 4,600 F-16s to over 25 countries. More than 3,000 F-16 fighters are currently operational worldwide. The F-16 and the F-15 Eagle were the ...
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 ...
Su-34 (Su-32) Fullback Fighter Bomber - Airforce Technology
WEBSep 4, 2020 · The export designation of the Su-34 is Su-32. Full-rate production began in January 2008. In the same month, the Russian Air Force stated that 70 aircraft would be secured by 2015. Under a state contract with the Russian Ministry of Defence, Sukhoi will deliver the Su-34 bombers to the Russian Air Force and army units until 2020.
E-3 AWACS (Sentry) Airborne Warning and Control System
WEBJun 25, 2020 · The role of the E-3 is to carry out airborne surveillance and command, control and communications (C3) functions for tactical and air defence forces. In the USA, the aircraft carries the designation E-3 AWACS. The UK designation is E-3 Sentry AEW (airborne early warning) and the French designation is E-3 …
F-15EX Fighter Jet, US - Air Force Technology
WEBMay 30, 2024 · Design and features of the F-15EX fighter jet. The advanced two-seater fighter jet has a length of 19.45m, a width of 13.05m, and a height of 5.64m. It has an empty weight of 14,500kg while the maximum take-off weight of the aircraft is 37,000kg. It can launch hypersonic weapons up to 22ft long, providing an …
FA-50 Light Combat Aircraft, South Korea - Air Force Technology
WEBApr 28, 2023 · The FA-50 is a light combat aircraft manufactured by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) for the Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF). It is a light combat version of KAI T-50 Golden Eagle supersonic advanced jet trainer and light attack aircraft. Development of the FA-50 combat aircraft began in October 1997.