The McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II

The F-4 Phantom II

The F-4 is one of the most famous fighter aircraft of the post-World War II era, having been used in large numbers by the air forces of many western nations, where it gradually evolved in capability and mission diversity. First flown on 27 May 1958, the Phantom was developed as a private venture by McDonnell and was first ordered by the US Navy as a carrier-based attack aircraft.

The squadron flew the F-4B, F-4J and the F-4S Phantom II from 1964 to 1986.

Basic Stats (F-4J Phantom II):

DIMENSIONS
Wing span - 38 ft 5 in
Length - 58 ft 3 in
Height - 16 ft 3 in
Wing area - 530 sq ft

WEIGHT
Empty - 32,000 lbs
Max takeoff weight - 56,000 lbs

PERFORMANCE
Maximum level speed - Mach 2+

Combat radius
Intercept - 781 nmiles+
Attack - 868 nmiles