VF-8

GPTKB entity

Statements (62)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Phoenix_Squadron
gptkb:Haas_VF
gptkb:Haas_VF_Series
gptkbp:aircraft_operated fixed-wing aircraft
gptkbp:armament cannons
missiles
gptkbp:avionics gptkb:radar_system
gptkbp:combat_role interceptor
gptkbp:crew gptkb:musical
pilot training
gptkbp:debut_year gptkb:1965
gptkbp:decommissioned gptkb:1999
gptkbp:design carrier-based fighter
gptkbp:designated_as F-8
gptkbp:engine_type turbojet
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1955
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 3,600 L
gptkbp:historical_significance first supersonic fighter for U. S. Navy
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label VF-8
gptkbp:influenced gptkb:F-14_Tomcat
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:F-86_Sabre
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:battle
gptkbp:landing_gear tricycle gear
gptkbp:length 15.8 m
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Mc_Donnell_Douglas
gptkbp:max_speed 2,400 km/h
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight 12,700 kg
gptkbp:nickname gptkb:church
gptkbp:notable_battle gptkb:Vietnam_War
gptkbp:notable_features advanced avionics
high maneuverability
low radar cross-section
advanced weapon systems
high thrust-to-weight ratio
multi-role capabilities
high altitude performance
carrier operations
stealth features
variable-sweep wings
retractable landing gear
air-to-air combat capabilities
high speed performance
ground attack capabilities
dogfighting capabilities
combat radius
gptkbp:number_built gptkb:television_series
gptkbp:operational_range 1,500 km
gptkbp:primary_user gptkb:battle
gptkbp:retired 1990s
gptkbp:retirement_year replacement by newer aircraft
gptkbp:role air superiority
gptkbp:service_ceiling 15,000 m
gptkbp:services gptkb:1956
gptkb:1999
gptkbp:successor gptkb:F/_A-18_Hornet
gptkbp:variant gptkb:F-8_E
gptkb:F-8_J
gptkb:F-8_K
gptkbp:wing_area 34.5 m²
gptkbp:wingspan 9.1 m