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Iraqi Freedom": Us F/A-18 hit by Patriot(2): the technical sheet

Rome, Italy - F/A-18C

The F/A-18 was developed by McDonnell Douglas in collaboration with Northrop Grumman. In the intentions of the constructors the F-18 had to be introduced as a fighter aircraft equipped with exceptional electronics, and the radar multi-modes Apg-65 and an advanced cockpit with Hotas control were its points of force. Its first flight dates back in November, 1978, in order to officially begin the service...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 43950
Rome, Italy, 04/14/2003 14:00
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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