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The F-15 is an amazing plane. It blows my mind that it can accelerate in a 100% vertical climb. I've heard stories about A-10 warthogs landing on one wing, to
by amorphid 13y ago
The F-15 is an amazing plane. It blows my mind that it can accelerate in a 100% vertical climb.
I've heard stories about A-10 warthogs landing on one wing, too.
- rosser 13y agoIt blows my mind that it can accelerate in a 100% vertical climb. Not to diminish this feat, because it is indeed impressive, but it's a natural consequence of having a thrust:weight ratio significantly greater than 1. It's also horrendously expensive in fuel.