F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet vs J-15 Flying Shark
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet and the J-15 Flying Shark are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Shenyang respectively. Top speed is 1,915 km/h for the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet vs 2,300 km/h for the J-15 Flying Shark. The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet has an operational range of 2,346 km vs 3,500 km for the J-15 Flying Shark. The J-15 Flying Shark operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 15,940 m for the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet. The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet has been produced in 632 units vs 76 for the J-15 Flying Shark. The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet first flew 14 years before the J-15 Flying Shark (1995 vs 2009).
| An American carrier-based multirole fighter, derived in the late 20th century, used extensively in global combat operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 29 November 1995 |
| Year introduced | 2001 |
| Number produced | 632 units |
| Average unit price | $70 million |
| Chinese carrier-based twin-engine multirole fighter, developed from the Su-33, in use by the Chinese Naval Air Force. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Shenyang |
| First flight | 1 August 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 76 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 46.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1915 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,346 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,940 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 29,900 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,550 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 9,979 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 67.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,500 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 33,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 17,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 12,500 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet or J-15 Flying Shark?
The J-15 Flying Shark is faster with a maximum speed of 2,300 km/h compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet's 1,915 km/h, a difference of 385 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet or J-15 Flying Shark?
The J-15 Flying Shark has a longer range at 3,500 km compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet's 2,346 km.
Which can fly higher, the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet or J-15 Flying Shark?
The J-15 Flying Shark has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet's 15,940 meters (52,296 ft).
Which is heavier, the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet or J-15 Flying Shark?
The J-15 Flying Shark has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,000 kg compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet's 29,900 kg.
Which is larger, the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet or J-15 Flying Shark?
The J-15 Flying Shark is longer at 22.3 meters compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet's 18.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet or J-15 Flying Shark?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet entered service first in 2001, 12 years before the J-15 Flying Shark which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet or J-15 Flying Shark?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet has been produced in greater numbers with 632 units compared to 76 units of the J-15 Flying Shark.