McDonnell Douglas AV-8B Harrier II
Military
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The AV-8B Harrier II pioneered V/STOL ground-attack flight, eliminating runway dependence through vectored thrust. A US-UK collaboration first flying in 1978, this single-seat aircraft carried ordnance 2,200 kilometers while sustaining 1,083 km/h, redefining tactical air support.
Specifications
- Role
- V/STOL ground-attack aircraft
- Origin
- United Kingdom / United States
- Crew
- 1
- Engines
- 1
- First flight
- 1978
- Length
- 14.1 m
- Wingspan
- 9.2 m
- Max speed
- 1,083 km/h
- Range
- 2,200 km