Eurofighter GmbH (Consortium: Airbus, BAE Systems, Leonardo) Typhoon

06 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

Photo shows a single-seat Typhoon variant in flight, likely on approach or low-level transit over a UK or European airbase.

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Aviation History

The Eurofighter Typhoon is a prominent European multi-role fighter, operated by several NATO and European countries since 2003.

Fleet Rarity

Not especially rare, with over 570 built—but among the most advanced operational 4.5-generation fighters.

Record Flights

Notable for quick reaction alert (QRA) intercepts, transatlantic deployments, and sustained NATO operations.

Safety & Events

Has participated in combat operations over Libya, Syria, and Iraq; notable for rapid intercepts of Russian aircraft in European airspace.

Future Outlook

Continues to serve front-line duties and is regularly upgraded; future to be supplemented but not immediately replaced by FCAS/Tempest projects.

Eurojet EJ200

Engine

10.95 m

Wingspan

15.96 m

Length

2,900 km (ferry range)

Range

900 km/h (Mach 0.9-1)

Speed

1 (pilot)

Capacity

23,500 kg

MTOW

5.28 m

Height

60 kN per engine (dry), 90 kN per engine (afterburner)

Thrust

No official civil ICAO rating (military jet; estimated 140+ dB at takeoff)

Noise

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