EF-111 Raven vs RC-135 Rivet Joint
American electronic warfare aircraft, extensively deployed in Gulf War, notable for radar jamming and deception operations. | |
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Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
Manufacturer | General Dynamics/Grumman |
First flight | 1 January 1977 |
Year of introduction | 1981 |
Number produced | 42 units |
Average unit price | $65 million |
American reconnaissance aircraft, routinely deployed since the Cold War era, esteemed for its crucial surveillance roles worldwide. | |
Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
Manufacturer | Boeing |
First flight | 1 January 1972 |
Year of introduction | 1961 |
Number produced | 32 units |
Average unit price | $-- million |
Wing area | 48.8 m² |
Wingspan | 19.2 m |
Height | 5.0 m |
Length | 23.5 m |
Maximum speed | 2414 km/h |
Service ceiling | 17,000 m |
Max. takeoff weight | 39,680 kg |
Empty weight | 24,230 kg |
Total thrust | 2 x 8,390 kgf â—‰ |
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Total thrust | None x None None â—‰ |