A rare sight: Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18B, twin-seat variant, taxiing at a Canadian base. Note the RCAF markings and distinctive twin tails.
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Spotter's notes
The two-seat CF-18B is used mainly for training. Aircraft number 188102, operated by 410 Tactical Fighter Operational Training Squadron.
Aircraft identity
Registration
188102
ICAO Type
CF18
Model
CF-18B Hornet
Manufacturer
McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing)
Airline
Royal Canadian Air Force
Livery
Royal Canadian Air Force Standard Grey Tactical Livery
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
2 × General Electric F404-GE-400
Thrust
7,258 kgf (71.2 kN, 16,000 lbf) each with afterburner
Wingspan
12.3 m
Length
17.1 m
Height
4.7 m
MTOW
23,400 kg
Range
3,700 km (ferry range with drop tanks)
Capacity
2 (pilots)
Cruise Speed
1,062 km/h (Mach 0.88, cruise); max: Mach 1.8 (2,200 km/h)
Noise Rating
Varies (not rated for ICAO commercial standards), typically 130 dB near engine
Location
Airport Code
YQR/CYQR
Airport Name
Regina International Airport