McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) F-15D Eagle

25 May 2026 · © JA

USAF McDonnell Douglas F-15D Eagle on static display, sunlight highlighting its impressive tandem cockpit and air superiority design.

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Aircraft

F-15D Eagle F15D

Standard USAF tactical grey camouflage

Manufacturer

McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing)

Gear

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max back triple camera 6.86mm f/1.78

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Boeing Beginner, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 73.0

Aircraft is clear and imposing, but harsh backlighting and foreground shadows reduce detail and impact.

Location

Columbus Air Force Base

CBM/KCBM

33.6438, -88.4438

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Columbus Air Force Base CBM

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The F-15 is one of the most successful modern air superiority fighters, with an unmatched air-to-air combat record. The F-15D is a two-seat training and operational variant.

Fleet Rarity

While over 1,500 F-15s have been produced, the exact number of F-15Ds is significantly lower compared to the single-seat versions. The D variant is rarer but not extremely uncommon in the USAF.

Record Flights

F-15s have performed a variety of roles, including long over-water transits, intercept missions, and even a record-breaking unladen zoom climb reaching over 30,000m altitude.

Safety & Events

The F-15 family has several notable air victories, including Israel\'s extensive use in combat. There have been a handful of non-fatal in-flight breakups and survivals due to robust airframe design.

Future Outlook

Many F-15Ds remain in service for training and limited operational duty but are likely to be replaced by newer F-15EX variants and next-generation fighters in the future.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney F100-PW-100 or F100-PW-220

Engine

13.05 m

Wingspan

19.43 m

Length

3,450 km (ferry)

Range

1,062 km/h (Mach 0.9 normal cruise)

Speed

2 (crew)

Capacity

30,845 kg

MTOW

5.63 m

Height

129 kN (29,000 lbf) per engine with afterburner

Thrust

Approx. 108 dB (military combat jet, not rated by ICAO civilian standards)

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