CF-188 Hornet

CF-188 Hornet

The CF-188 Hornet, commonly called the CF-18, is a multi-role fighter aircraft. It is used for air defence, air superiority, ground attack, tactical support, training, aerobatic demonstration, and aerospace testing and evaluation.

The Hornet is a fast, light and manoeuvrable aircraft. Because of its power, speed and target-tracking capabilities, it has had great success in many military operations in Canada and around the world.

Length:17.07 m
Wingspan:12.31 m
Height:4.66 m
Empty weight:10,455 kg
Maximum standard thrust per engine:4,850 kg
Maximum afterburner thrust per engine:7,290 kg
Maximum speed:Mach 1.8
Range:3,700 km
Locations:Bagotville, Que.
Cold Lake, Alta.

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2025-08-22