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General Dynamics General Dynamics–Boeing AFTI/F-111A Aardvark

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General Dynamics General Dynamics–Boeing AFTI/F-111A Aardvark

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A research aircraft built from an F-111A airframe, this General Dynamics-Boeing collaboration explored advanced flight control and avionics concepts. Its twin engines and research instruments modified the 23-meter fuselage for experimental trials. The 18-meter wingspan carried advanced systems for evaluating next-generation fighter concepts.

Technische Daten

Einsatzrolle
Research aircraft
Herkunft
United States
Besatzung
2
Triebwerke
2
Erstflug
1985
Länge
23 m
Spannweite
18 m