A Eurofighter Typhoon lines up on the runway ready for takeoff, showcasing its imposing presence and unique delta-canard profile.
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Spotter's notes
The shimmering heat haze in the photo highlights the power of the twin EJ200 engines, a hallmark of the Typhoon's exceptional thrust-to-weight ratio and agility. This view shows the iconic intake 'smile' and canard foreplanes clearly.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
EUFI
Model
Eurofighter Typhoon
Manufacturer
Eurofighter GmbH (Consortium: Airbus, BAE Systems, Leonardo)
Airline
RAF
Livery
Standard grey military livery
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
2 × Eurojet EJ200 afterburning turbofan
Thrust
90 kN (20,000 lbf) each with afterburner
Wingspan
10.95 meters
Length
15.96 meters
Height
5.28 meters
MTOW
23,500 kg
Range
2,900 km (with drop tanks)
Capacity
Single-seat fighter (dual-seat for training variants)
Cruise Speed
900 km/h (Mach 0.9), max speed approx 2,495 km/h (Mach 2 )
Noise Rating
Typically 120-140 dB at engine source (military jet); not rated by ICAO civil standards