Eurofighter Typhoon

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A Eurofighter Typhoon pulling hard through a vapor-producing turn, both afterburners lit.

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Aircraft

Typhoon EUFI

Manufacturer

Eurofighter

Gear

SONY ILCE-7M4 FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS

Achievements

Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Gold

Score: 91.0

Spectacular burner cones, tight vapor trails, and dramatic climb make this a show-stopping military aviation shot!

Location

Schleswig Air Base

WBG/ETNS

54.4593, 9.5163

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Schleswig Air Base WBG

Airport

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Aviation History

The Eurofighter Typhoon is a major multi-role fighter in service with several European air forces, representing the pinnacle of fourth-generation jet fighter design.

Fleet Rarity

Produced in moderate numbers for a modern fighter (over 570 delivered, moderate rarity in aviation, common for NATO military shows).

Record Flights

Has flown extremely fast QRA (Quick Reaction Alert) intercepts and numerous multinational exercises.

Safety & Events

Participated in Baltic Air Policing, NATO air patrols, prominent at airshows.

Future Outlook

Operational and in frontline service; planned to be augmented by the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) after 2040.

Specifications

Eurojet EJ200

Engine

10.95 m

Wingspan

15.96 m

Length

2,900 km

Range

1,500 km/h (Mach 1.3, supercruise); max Mach 2

Speed

Single pilot (twin-seat trainer variant exists)

Capacity

23,500 kg

MTOW

5.28 m

Height

60 kN (dry), 90 kN (with afterburner)

Thrust

N/A (military, not rated by ICAO civil standard)

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