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Aircraft

EA-18 Super Hornet EA18

US Navy standard tactical grey

Airline

United States Navy

Manufacturer

Achievements

Rare Bird, Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Military Maverick

4 badges earned

Location

Copenhagen Roskilde Airport

RKE/EKRK

55.5856, 12.1314

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Copenhagen Roskilde Airport RKE

Insights

Aviation History

The EA-18G Growler is an advanced electronic warfare aircraft based on the F/A-18F Super Hornet, replacing the EA-6B Prowler in US Navy service.

Fleet Rarity

Over 150 EA-18Gs built, operated mainly by US Navy and Royal Australian Air Force.

Record Flights

Flown on combat missions in Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan. Key for suppression of enemy air defenses (SEAD).

Safety & Events

No major civilian incidents, frequently participates in multinational exercises.

Future Outlook

Expected to remain in US Navy and RAAF service into the 2030s.

Specifications

2 × General Electric F414-GE-400

Engine

13.62 m

Wingspan

18.31 m

Length

2,346 km

Range

1,059 km/h (supercruise capable)

Speed

2 crew

Capacity

29,937 kg

MTOW

4.88 m

Height

2 × 97.9 kN (22,000 lbf) with afterburner

Thrust

Up to 115 dB at engine exhaust (not certified civil), ICAO not applicable

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