F-15 Eagle

[elmayerle]

Most of the online sources say that the AN/APG-64 was a development of the AN/APG-63.  I would presume it included the extra functions required for operating with the AIM-54.  It would make sense because it'd have significant commonality with the AN/APG-63 and thus require comparatively little airframe modification in comparison to fitting a totally different radar and fire control system with the AN/AWG-9 from the F-14.  Given the time frame, I wouldn't be surprised if it also incorporated some of the advances used in the AN/APG-65.  *chuckle* It probably gave Hughes a leg up in developing what became the AN/APG-71 which also shares commonality with the AN/APG-70.

[dy031101]

I didn't find other people asking about it with the search feature, so just to be sure, where would the AIM-54s be carried on F-15N?

[elmayerle]

I believe the load-out was four on the "cheek" positions with optional one on each inboard wing pylon (which would still leave the fuselage pylon for a fuel tank).

[dy031101]

I believe the load-out was four on the "cheek" positions with optional one on each inboard wing pylon (which would still leave the fuselage pylon for a fuel tank).

Cheek?  Is it like the two forward missile wells plus the two stations where the LANTURN pods would go?  Or are they just the four missile wells?

[Hobbes]

[kitnut617]

That's interesting Hobbes, would it have had the conformal tanks too, I'm thinking they would give a bit more space for the missiles and had dedicate attachment points too.

[Hobbes]

To be fair, my model was slapped together with no research whatsoever. I do know trials with the Phoenix were stopped in part because of the high drag they caused, so any operational installation I'd expect to use fairings, maybe in combination with conformal tanks (would help give sufficient range despite the extra drag, as well).
My model illustrates the difficulty of installing 2 Phoenix in a row: they either extend beyond the intake edge, or they'd be next to the NMF panels near the exhaust (which may be too hot to safely put a missile there).

[Shasper]

AFAIK the normal aft Sparrow/RAAM mounts extend onto the NMF area:



Shas b)

[Jeffry Fontaine]

Has anyone attempted to build this version of the F-15 with the F-18 style wing?  It looks promising and if you use a later F-18E/F wing you would gain additional stores pylons. 

[jcf]

Press release today from Boeing on the F-15SE Silent Eagle

http://www.boeing.com/news/releases/2009/q1/090317a_nr.html

Revised conformal tanks with internal weapons stowage.


http://www.boeingmedia.com/imageView.cfm?id=15408&ResID=5

Jon

[PR19_Kit]

... and outward canted fins too.

Why would it be termed a 'Silent Eagle' though, it's hardly going to that quiet with a monster pair of tubofans shoving it along/

[jcf]

... and outward canted fins too.

Why would it be termed a 'Silent Eagle' though, it's hardly going to that quiet with a monster pair of tubofans shoving it along/

Evidently because of added on 'stealth' features and coatings. 

[pyro-manic]

Are there any pics of the forward section? Looks interesting.


Is this a "we need a stealthy product, quick!!!" type development, I wonder?

[jcf]

Are there any pics of the forward section? Looks interesting.


Is this a "we need a stealthy product, quick!!!" type development, I wonder?

http://www.boeingmedia.com/imageView.cfm?id=15407&ResID=5

From the Press Release:
"The F-15 Silent Eagle is designed to meet our international customers' anticipated need for cost-effective stealth technologies, as well as for large and diverse weapons payloads," said Mark Bass, F-15 Program vice president for Boeing. "The innovative Silent Eagle is a balanced, affordable approach designed to meet future survivability needs."

Jon

[B777LR]

I'm in love, Boeing actually did it! Love those outwards canted tail fins!

http://www.flightglobal.com/articles/2009/03/17/323962/pictures-boeing-unveils-upgraded-f-15-silent-eagle-with-fifth-generation.html

http://www.flightglobal.com/airspace/photos/f-15se/default.aspx