Boeing +share F/A-18 SUPER HORNET Boeing has developed the Block III Super Hornet to complement existing and future air wing capabilities. The upgrades have evolved to complement other U.S. Navy aircraft to effectively operate together in the air wing for decades to come. 1/1 LEARN MORE OVERVIEW SUPER HORNET STORIES ADVANCED SUPER HORNET CAPABILITIES FEATURE STORIES GALLERY SOCIAL MEDIA Built for Air Superiority The F/A-18 Block III Super Hornet is the newest highly capable, affordable and available tactical aircraft in U.S. Navy inventory. The Super Hornet is the backbone of the U.S. Navy carrier air wing now and for decades to come. The combat-proven Super Hornet delivers cutting-edge, next-generation multi-role strike fighter capability, outdistancing current and emerging threats well into the future. The Super Hornet has the capability, flexibility and performance necessary to modernize the air or naval aviation forces of any country. Two versions of the Super Hornet – the single-seat E model and the two-seat F model – are able to perform virtually every mission in the tactical spectrum, including air superiority, day/night strike with precision-guided weapons, fighter escort, close air support, suppression of enemy air defenses, maritime strike, reconnaissance, forward air control and tanker missions. Super Hornet Stories Block III Super Hornet Capabilities Feature Stories Boeing Demonstrates Super Hornet, Growler Capabilities in Finland’s HX Challenge February 20, 2020 in Defense LEARN MORE Boeing Delivers the First F/A-18 Service Life Modification Jet to U.S. Navy February 6, 2020 in Defense Boeing has given an F/A-18 a new lease on life after delivering the first Super Hornet under Service Life Modification to the U.S. Navy. The second SLM jet will deliver by the end of the month, and Boeing will deliver the third F/A-18 in April. LEARN MORE Large and In Charge February 14, 2019 in Defense Take an up-close look at the new Advanced Cockpit System going into Block III Super Hornets. LEARN MORE F/A-18 Super Hornet Gallery 01 Social Media Super Hornet Technical Specifications Empty Weight F/A-18E: 32,100 lb (14,552 kg) Max Takeoff Weight 66,000 lb (29,937 kg) Thrust Each engine up to 17,000 lbs Carrier Bringback Payload F/A-18E: 9,900 lb (4,491 kg) F/A-18F: 9,000 lb (4,082 kg) Field Landing Weight Field Landing Weight Speed Mach 1.6 F/A-18 Super Hornet Customers The first operational F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet squadron formed in June 2001 and deployed into combat aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) in July 2002. In April 2005, Boeing delivered the first Block II Super Hornet, complete with the world’s first tactical multi-mode AESA radar, and it became fully operational at the end of 2007. In August, 2021 Boeing delivered the first of 78 contracted Block III F/A-18 Super Hornets to the U.S. Navy. Block III gives the Navy the most networked and survivable F/A-18 built with a technology insertion plan that will outpace future threats. Australia United States Kuwait Categories Commercial Defense Space Services Innovation Our History Global Our Principles Careers Our Company Popular Links Orders & Deliveries Highlights Tours Ethics Line Licensing Investment Recovery Frequently Requested Contact Us Follow Boeing Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Follow on Twitter Follow on YouTube Follow on LinkedIn All Social Channels Updates Sign Up Stock Price BA (NYSE) 209.13 -0.77 Nov 23, 4:00 PM ET Site Terms | Privacy and Cookie Statement | Ad Choices | Cookie Settings Copyright © 1995 - 2021 Boeing. All Rights Reserved. We use cookies to personalise content and ads, provide social media features, and to analyse traffic. We also share information about your site use with our social media, advertising, and analytics partners. Strictly necessary cookies are always active.Learn more Cookie Settings Reject Cookies Accept Cookies