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A stunning side-by-side formation of a classic Grumman F8F Bearcat and a modern F/A-18 Hornet, showcasing the evolution of US Navy carrier aviation.
© shaydis13
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Spotter's notes
F/A-18E Super Hornet and Grumman Bearcat at the 2024 Sacramento Airshow.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
F8F / F18
Model
F8F Bearcat (left), F/A-18 Hornet (right)
Manufacturer
Grumman (General Motors) / McDonnell Douglas (Boeing)
Airline
US Navy
Airline Code
N/A (military) / N/A (military)
Livery
US Navy historic (Bearcat, left), US Navy grey tactical (Hornet, right)
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Bearcat: Pratt & Whitney R-2800 (radial piston), Hornet: 2x General Electric F404 (turbofan)
Thrust
Hornet: 2x 7,258 kgf (F404) (Bearcat is piston powered, not jet);
Wingspan
Bearcat: 10.92 m; Hornet: 11.43 m (show units)
Length
Bearcat: 8.61 m; Hornet: 17.07 m (show units)
Height
Bearcat: 3.96 m; Hornet: 4.66 m (show units)
MTOW
Bearcat: 5,710 kg; Hornet: 23,400 kg (show units)
Range
Bearcat: 1,752 km; Hornet: 2,346 km (show units - clean ferry range)
Capacity
Bearcat: 1 pilot; Hornet: 1–2 crew (depending variant) (show units)
Cruise Speed
Bearcat: 463 km/h; Hornet: 1,055 km/h (show units)
Noise Rating
Hornet: ICAO Chapter 3, ~120 dB (takeoff, close proximity); Bearcat: N/A (piston warbird, not used for civil commercial transport)
Location
Airport Code
MHR/KMHR
Airport Name
Sacramento Mather Airport
Camera
Device
Nikon D800
Lens
200-500mm