F-15 Eagle
The F-15 Eagle The McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle is a twin-engine, all-weather tactical fighter aircraft designed to achieve and maintain air superiority in aerial combat. Developed by McDonnell Douglas (now part of Boeing), the F-15 has been a cornerstone of U.S. air dominance since its introduction in 1976. Its exceptional maneuverability, acceleration, range, and advanced avionics have made it one of the most successful modern fighters, boasting over 100 aerial combat victories with no losses. Development Early Studies In the late 1960s, the United States Air Force (USAF) sought a new fighter to replace the F-4 Phantom II and counter emerging Soviet threats. McDonnell Douglas’s… Read More »F-15 Eagle