McDonnell Douglas F-4C Phantom II

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A weathered California-marked F-4 Phantom II rests on display beneath a clear blue sky, with other historic aircraft visible behind it.

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Aircraft

F-4C Phantom II F4

United States Air Force gray with California markings

Manufacturer

McDonnell Douglas

Gear

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max back triple camera 2.22mm f/2.2

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 80.0

Nice profile of the Phantom; side lighting brings out camouflage but tarmac and adjacent aircraft slightly clutter the frame.

Location

March Air Reserve Base

RIV/KRIV

33.8820, -117.2660

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March Air Reserve Base RIV

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Aviation History

The F-4 Phantom II was a supersonic, twin-engine fighter used by the U.S. military and numerous allied air forces, becoming one of the most widely produced Western combat aircraft of the Cold War.

Fleet Rarity

F-4s remain in limited military service worldwide, while many retired examples are preserved in museums and displays.

Future Outlook

The aircraft is displayed as a static exhibit.

Specifications

General Electric J79-GE-15

Engine

11.71 m

Wingspan

19.2 m

Length

2,600 km

Range

940 km/h

Speed

2 crew

Capacity

26,308 kg

MTOW

5.02 m

Height

17,000 lbf (75.6 kN) per engine with afterburner

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