Common AF aircraft Flashcards
(43 cards)
Which type of aircraft is designed for air-to-air combat and often capable of air-to-ground missions?
Fighters (F-series)
An all-weather, extremely maneuverable, tactical fighter designed for air supremacy
F-15 Eagle
A compact, multi-role fighter aircraft known for its maneuverability in air-to-air combat and air-to-surface attack; often seen with the Thunderbirds demonstration team
F-16 Fighting Falcon
A stealth air superiority fighter combining stealth, super cruise, maneuverability, and integrated avionics. It can perform both air-to-air and air-to-ground missions
F-22 Raptor
A stealth multi-role fighter, newer generation, capable of performing both fighter and attack roles
F-35 Lightning II
Which type of aircraft is designed for strategic air-to-surface missions, carrying large payloads of ordnance?
Bombers (B-series)
A supersonic, long-range, multi-role heavy bomber
B-1B Lancer
A stealth strategic bomber, known for its unique flying wing design
B-2 Spirit
A long-range, heavy strategic bomber, an iconic and enduring aircraft in the Air Force fleet
B-52H Stratofortress
Which type of aircraft is designed to move personnel and equipment?
Cargo/Transport (C-series)
A large military transport aircraft, capable of intercontinental ranges and carrying oversized cargo
C-5 Galaxy
A versatile military transport aircraft, capable of rapid strategic airlift of troops and cargo to main operating bases or directly to forward bases. It’s a workhorse for humanitarian and military operations
C-17 Globemaster III
A rugged and versatile military transport aircraft, widely used for tactical airlift, airdrops, and special operations. Many variants exist for different missions (AC-130 gunship, MC-130 special ops, HC-130 search and rescue)
C-130 Hercules
Which type of aircraft is primarily used for aerial refueling?
Tankers (KC-series)
A military aerial refueling aircraft, fundamental to extending the range and endurance of other aircraft
KC-135 Stratotanker
A military aerial refueling and transport aircraft
KC-Extender
A newer multi-role tanker and transport aircraft, replacing older tankers
KC-46A Pegasus
Which type of aircraft is used for pilot training?
Trainers (T-series)
A single-engine, two-seat primary trainer
T-6A Texan II
A medium-range, twin-engine jet trainer for students selected to fly airlift or tanker aircraft
T-1A Jayhawk
A twin-engine, high-altitude, supersonic jet trainer used for fighter and bomber pilot training
T-38 Talon
The next-generation trainer, replacing the T-38, designed with advanced features for modern pilot training
T-7A Red Hawk
A highly effective attack aircraft designed for close air support (CAS) of ground troops
A-10 Thunderbolt II
A high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft
U-2 Dragon Lady
