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F-111 Aardvark
General Dynamics · USA
The F-111 was a pioneer in several technologies: swing-wings, terrain-following radar for low-level flight at night, and afterburning turbofan engines. Despite a controversial start, it became a highly effective long-range strike aircraft.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1964 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 2,655 km/h (Mach 2.5) |
| Range | 5,950 km |
| Ceiling | 20,100 m |
| Engines | 2x Pratt & Whitney TF30-P-100 turbofans |
Armament & Payload
1x 20mm M61 Vulcan; internal bay and pylons for 14,300 kg of ordnance.
Next Aircraft in Timeline
A-7 Corsair II →
Fighter
F-111 Aardvark
General Dynamics · USA
The F-111 was a pioneer in several technologies: swing-wings, terrain-following radar for low-level flight at night, and afterburning turbofan engines. Despite a controversial start, it became a highly effective long-range strike aircraft.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1964 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 2,655 km/h (Mach 2.5) |
| Range | 5,950 km |
| Ceiling | 20,100 m |
| Engines | 2x Pratt & Whitney TF30-P-100 turbofans |
Armament & Payload
1x 20mm M61 Vulcan; internal bay and pylons for 14,300 kg of ordnance.