| F-111F Aardvark | |
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| Information | |
| Origin |  United States
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| Role | Attack Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | General Dynamics |
| Primary user |  H.A.W.X. Squadron
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| General characteristics | |
| Crew | 2 |
| Length | 22.4 meters |
| Wingspan | 19 meters |
| Height | 5.2 meters |
| Loaded weight | 45,359 kg |
| Performance | |
| Maximum speed | 2,656 km/h |
| Range | 5,940 km |
| Statisctics | |
| Air to Air | ●●○○○ |
| Air to Ground | ●●●○○ |
| Cockpit | |
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The F-111F Aardvark is a supersonic, medium-range tactical attack aircraft of US origin.
Design[]
The F-111 Aardvark was a twin-engine, variable-sweep wing aircraft designed primarily for long-range strike missions. It stood out for its swing-wing configuration, allowing the wings to sweep back for high-speed flight and extend forward for better control at lower speeds, enabling it to operate from shorter runways and adapt to various mission profiles. It had a side-by-side cockpit for the pilot and weapons officer, housed in a unique escape capsule that could eject as a whole in emergencies - offering more protection than traditional ejection seats.
Firepower[]
The F-111F Aardvark was a versatile multi-role aircraft used mainly by the United States Air Force, equipped for air-to-air and air-to-ground missions. For air-to-ground operations, it could carry general purpose bombs like MK 82, MK 83, and MK 84, as well as precision-guided munitions. It was capable of using laser-guided bombs (like the Paveway series) and cluster bombs for area denial. The F-111 could also fire AGM-65 Maverick missiles for precise targeting and deliver nuclear bombs, including the B43 and B61. In terms of air-to-air weapons, it was equipped to carry AIM-7 Sparrow missiles for radar-guided engagements and AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles for short-range combat. Additionally, it had a 20mm M61 Vulcan gun for close-in combat. Known for its long-range strike capabilities, the F-111 could deliver weapons accurately in all weather and day or night conditions.
Avionics[]
The F-111F Aardvark featured advanced avionics for its time, centered around precision strike capabilities. It was equipped with digital flight control systems for improved handling. AN/APQ-144 radar for terrain-following flight, enabling low-level penetration at high speeds. AN/AVQ-26 Pave Tack pod, an infrared targeting and laser designator system for guiding laser-guided bombs. Navigation and weapons delivery systems integrated with inertial navigation for accurate long-range strikes. These systems made the F-111F a formidable all-weather, low-level attack aircraft, particularly effective in precision strike missions.
Mobility[]
The F-111F Aardvark was powered by two Pratt & Whitney TF30-P-100 turbofan engines. These afterburning turbofans provided around 111.6 kN of thrust each with afterburner, enabling the F-111F to achieve supersonic speeds and long-range, low-level strike capabilities. The TF30-P-100 was an upgraded version with improved reliability and performance tailored for the F-111F's precision strike role.
Special Features[]
| Special Features | |
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| Type | Description |
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Slow Recovery: Airplane recovers from stall slow. |
Armament[]
| Armament | |||||||
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| Type | Loadout | Type | Loadout | Type | Loadout | Type | Loadout |
 Joint Strike Missile |
140 Joint Strike Missiles |  Free-Fall Bomb |
16 Free-Fall Bombs |  Radar Guided Missile |
58 Radar Guided Missiles |  Flare |
5 Flares |
| Armament | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Loadout | Type | Loadout | Type | Loadout |
Joint Strike Missile |
140 Joint Strike Missiles | Free-Fall Bomb |
75 Free-Fall Bombs | Flare |
5 Flares |
| Armament | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Loadout | Type | Loadout | Type | Loadout | Type | Loadout |
Joint Strike Missile |
140 Joint Strike Missiles | Radar Guided Missile |
20 Radar Guided Missiles |  Rocket Pod Unit |
140 Rocket Pods Units | Flare |
5 Flares |