
RAF Typhoon F1The Typhoon is an agile, single seat, multi-role aircraft specially optimised for high altitude supersonic air combat while retaining considerable ground attack capabilities. It is built by a four-nation consortium consisting of companies from the UK, Germany, Italy and Spain. The Typhoon F1 entered service with the RAF in 2003 gradually replacing the existing Panavia Tornado F3, the aircraft pictured above is from 29 Squadron, the RAF's Typhoon OCU (operational conversion unit).RAF Typhoon F1 Specifications
Crew: Single Pilot
Engines: Two Eurojet EJ200 turbofans
Length: 47ft 7in (14.50m)
Wingspan: 34ft 5in (10.50m)
Top Speed: 1,321mph (2,125km/h) at 36,090ft (11,000m)
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