Chapter 1: The Aircraft

Question 1

What are the two types of engines that are used on the F/A-18?

Answer 1

F404-GE-400 or F404-GE-402 (enhanced performance)

Question 2

Describe the wings on the F-18

Answer 2

Variable camber mid-wing with Leading Edge Extensions (LEX)

Question 3

Where are the LEX mounted from on the aircraft?

Answer 3

Mounted on the fuselage from the wing roots to just forward of the windshield.

Question 4

What angle are the Vertical Stabilizers at?

Answer 4

20 degrees outward from the vertical

Question 5

What control surfaces are powered hydraulically?

Answer 5

Leading and trailing edge flaps, ailerons, rudders, and stabilators are hydraulically actuated.

Question 6

How is the cockpit canopy powered?

Answer 6

Electrically

Question 7

What is the APU used for?

Answer 7

Starting the engines. May also supply air conditioning, electrical, and hydraulic power on the ground.

Question 8

Wing Span (spread) with missiles

Answer 8

40ft 5in

Question 9

Wing Span (spread) without missiles

Answer 9

37ft 6in

Question 10

Wing Span (folded)

Answer 10

27ft 6in

Question 11

Aircraft Length

Answer 11

56ft

Question 12

Aircraft Height (top of fins)

Answer 12

15ft 3in

Question 13

Aircraft Height (top of closed canopy)

Answer 13

10ft 6in

Question 14

What is the Aircraft’s Basic Weight?

Answer 14

24,000-25,000lbs (different for every aircraft)

Question 15

What is the mission of the F-18?

Answer 15

All-weather intercept, identify, destroy, and ground attack

Question 16

What is the typical Air to Air armament?

Answer 16

AIM-9, AIM-7, and AIM-120 missiles, with a 20mm gun

Question 17

Can the aircraft carry air to ground stores?

Answer 17

Yes

Question 18

What can be used to extend the range of the aircraft?

Answer 18

Up to 3 externally mounted fuel tanks