Фотографии
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The Hornet has been well received by pilots of the operational squadrons now converting onto the type, despite the doubts cast upon its future by continued political sniping engendered by its escalating cost and some early performance deficiencies. VMFA-314 flew their Hornets for these photographs to be taken by Frank B Mormillo from the cargo ramp of a KC-130 Hercules.
Самолёты на фотографии: McDonnell Douglas F/A-18A Hornet - США - 1978
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Самолёты на фотографии: McDonnell Douglas F/A-18A Hornet - США - 1978
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Marine Corps squadron VMGR-352 provides a KC-130H for air-to-air refuelling of an F/A-18A, using the British-developed probe-and-drogue system.
Самолёты на фотографии: McDonnell Douglas F/A-18A Hornet - США - 1978
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A line up of VFA-125 F/A-18As, with one two-seat TF-18A. The "F/A-18" designation is favoured by the US Navy to publicise the Hornet's dual fighter/attack role, although the aircraft carry only "F-18A" as their official designation.
Самолёты на фотографии: McDonnell Douglas F/A-18A Hornet - США - 1978McDonnell Douglas F/A-18B Hornet - США - 1979
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Wing-tip Sidewinder and underwing Walleye missiles on a Hornet from VMFA-314.
Самолёты на фотографии: McDonnell Douglas F/A-18A Hornet - США - 1978
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A pair of McDonnell Douglas F/A-18As from VMFA-314, the first Marine Corps front-line combat squadron to convert to the Hornet.
Самолёты на фотографии: McDonnell Douglas F/A-18A Hornet - США - 1978
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Wing fold displayed by a Hornet of VFA-125.
Самолёты на фотографии: McDonnell Douglas F/A-18A Hornet - США - 1978
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The cockpit of the Hornet, showing the functional layout of instruments and the emphasis upon electronic displays.
Самолёты на фотографии: McDonnell Douglas F/A-18A Hornet - США - 1978
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A two-seat TF-18A from VFA-125 taxies in from a training mission.
Самолёты на фотографии: McDonnell Douglas F/A-18B Hornet - США - 1979
