The Super Hornet is the latest, and most likely the ultimate, evolution in the F/A-18 Hornet series of precision strike aircraft covering carrierborne operations. Produced by a consortium of contractors that includes Boeing and Northrop Grumman, the E/F Super Hornet series builds upon the successes fulfilled by the F/A-18C/D model series.

With the retirement of the highly acclaimed F-14 Tomcat series, the F/A-18 Super Hornet stands as the frontline carrierborne alternative to fulfill air interception and ground strike duties along with the electronic warfare role as found in the upcoming EA-18 "Growler" model series.

Country of Origin:United States
Manufacturer:Boeing Corporation - USA
Initial Year of Service:2002
Production:500

Focus Model:Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet
Crew:1 or 2

Length:60.07ft (18.31m)
Width:44.69ft (13.62m)
Height:16.01ft (4.88m)
Weight (Empty):30,565lbs (13,864kg)
Weight (MTOW):47,003lbs (21,320kg)

Powerplant:2 x General Electric F414-GE-400 turbofan engines generating 22,000lbs of thrust with afterburner.

Maximum Speed:1,187mph (1,911kmh; 1,032kts)
Maximum Range:680miles (1,095km)
Service Ceiling:49,213ft (15,000m; 9.3miles)
Rate-of-Climb:0 feet per minute (0m/min)

Hardpoints:11 (including wingtips)
Armament Suite:
STANDARD:
1 x 20mm internal cannon