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All-weather fighter and attack aircraft.
The single-seat F/A-18 Hornet is the nation's first strike-fighter. It
was designed for traditional strike applications such as interdiction and
close air support without compromising its fighter capabilities. With its
excellent fighter and self-defense capabilities, the F/A-18 at the same
time increases strike mission survivability and supplements the F-14 Tomcat
in fleet air defense. F/A-18 Hornets are currently operating in 37 tactical
squadrons from air stations world-wide, and from 10 aircraft carriers.
It is proudly flown by the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels Flight Demonstration
Squadron. |