The F-4C, D and hardwing E had leading edge flaps, the E (post 556) and
subsequent models F,G, S had powered slats. The Thunderbirds used hardwing
E-models, probably for the reasons you stated. Also had no radar and added
VHF radios, but we weren't talking about that.

I once had an asymmetric leading edge flap extension in a C model. Rolled
inverted faster than I ever had. Pilot was cool and unloaded and used a
whole bunch of rudder to regain control.

--
Les
F-4C(WW),D,E,G(WW)/AC-130A/MC-130E EWO (ret)


"Dudley Henriques" wrote in message
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The Blues bolted 'um shut. Can you imagine what would happen in a tight
diamond with an A4 if a wing position got an asymmetrical slat extension
with roll induced....say in a barrel roll? Not a pretty thought!! :-))
Dudley Henriques
International Fighter Pilots Fellowship
Commercial Pilot/ CFI Retired
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