Thread: F18 dogfighting
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Old March 26th 06, 04:37 PM posted to rec.aviation.military.naval
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TV wrote:
The question speaks to turning engagements in the visual arena.
Objectively, the F/A-18 is a better turning fighter than the F-14A, but
the
thrust to weight of the B/D makes it a more difficult opponent.


The lack of compressor stalls in the B/D also probably helps .


Has the Hornet had a history of engine problems? Or were you referring
to the problems of older F-14's?