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Boeing F-15 Eagle
The F-15 Eagle is a twin-engine, twin-tail fighter with a high thrust-to-weight ratio and a low wing loading, which gave it outstanding acceleration and turning ability. The first F-15A flew in 1972, and the Air Force has since flown the A through D air-superiority models and the two-seat F-15E Strike Eagle, a dual-role fighter for strike missions. Boeing, which took over McDonnell Douglas, now builds the F-15EX Eagle II, a modernized version with fly-by-wire controls. This site lists the F-15E and the F-15EX. ICAO files every F-15 under the type code F15.
The variants side by side
| Variant | Range | Seats | Length | First flight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F-15E Strike Eagle | 2,400 miles (2,086 nm, 3,860 km) | – | 63 ft 10 in (19.45 m) | – | In service |
| F-15EX Eagle II | – | Freighter, payload 29,500 lb (13,381 kg) | 63 ft 10 in (19.45 m) | – | In service |