Plane Spotting - McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II

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A preserved McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II in Vietnam-era USAF camouflage, displayed on static exhibit.

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📝 Spotter's notes

Static F4 at Casselton, ND

ICAO Type F4PH

Model F-4 Phantom II

Manufacturer McDonnell Douglas

Livery USAF camouflage (Vietnam era-style)

Military Military

Engine 2 × General Electric J79-GE-17 afterburning turbojets

Thrust 2 × 79.38 kN (17,900 lbf) with afterburner

Wingspan 11.7 m

Length 19.2 m

Height 5.0 m

MTOW 28,030 kg

Range 2,600 km

Capacity 2 crew (pilot and WSO)

Cruise Speed 960 km/h (typical), Mach 2.23 max

Noise Rating N/A (military aircraft, but J79 engine is historically noisy)