The McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet is an all-weather supersonic, twin-engined, carrier -capable, multirole combat aircraft, designed as both a fighter and ground attack aircraft (hence …

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 …

Dec 4, 2025 · The Navy has also released its conclusions on investigations into other F/A-18 losses and a collision during the Truman's problem-plagued combat cruise.

Mar 25, 2025 · In this post, we explore the journey of the F/A-18 from its initial design to its current status as a formidable force in modern aviation, emphasizing its role in both historical and …

Dec 2, 2025 · An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 136, prepares to launch from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN …

Feb 4, 2021 · F/A-18 Hornet became the nation’s first all-weather fighter and attack aircraft, and was designed for traditional strike applications such as interdiction and close air support without...

Northrop Grumman has a principal role in the design and production of the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet Block II, the U.S. Navy's frontline carrier-based strike fighter.