YF-23 A

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:stealth_technology
gptkbp:aircraft_configuration flying wing
tailless design
gptkbp:aircraft_operated influenced future stealth designs
18,500 kg
superior to YF-22 in some aspects
gptkbp:aircraft_type gptkb:fighter_aircraft
gptkbp:armament air-to-air missiles
gptkbp:avionics advanced radar system
gptkbp:awards YF-22 vs YF-23
gptkbp:cockpit glass cockpit
gptkbp:combat_radius 1,200 km
gptkbp:competed_in gptkb:YF-22
gptkbp:control_surfaces fly-by-wire system
gptkbp:country_of_origin gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:decided_by YF-22 selected for production
gptkbp:design gptkb:Northrop
two prototypes built
Northrop and Mc Donnell Douglas
gptkbp:design_features canard configuration
gptkbp:design_philosophy stealth and supercruise
gptkbp:design_purpose achieve air dominance
gptkbp:engine_type twin-engine
gptkbp:fighting_style beyond visual range
gptkbp:final_prototype YF-23 A-1
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1990
1990-1991
by USAF
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 9,000 liters
gptkbp:fuselage_material composite materials
gptkbp:has_programs ATF program
gptkbp:height 4.6 m
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label YF-23 A
gptkbp:is_targeted_at infrared search and track
gptkbp:landing_gear retractable
gptkbp:length 20.2 m
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Northrop_Grumman
gptkbp:max_speed Mach 2.0
gptkbp:nickname gptkb:Black_Widow_II
gptkbp:notable_battle high
gptkbp:notable_pilots gptkb:Paul_Metz
gptkbp:number_built 2
gptkbp:operational_history none (not selected for production)
gptkbp:operational_range 2,000 km
gptkbp:propulsion 22,000 lbf
gptkbp:radar low
gptkbp:role air superiority
gptkbp:role_in_program gptkb:Advanced_Tactical_Fighter_(ATF)_program
gptkbp:roll_rate high
gptkbp:seating_capacity gptkb:Martin-Baker_Mk.16
gptkbp:second_prototype YF-23 A-2
gptkbp:service_ceiling 15,240 m
gptkbp:stealth_features yes
blended wing body
shaped surfaces
reduced radar signature
gptkbp:wingspan 13.2 m
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:YF-23
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6