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| − | The TF-32 Foxtail (formerly known as TF-X) is a stealth, twin-engine, all-weather air superiority fighter designed and manufactured by [[ | + | The TF-32 Foxtail (formerly known as TF-X) is a stealth, twin-engine, all-weather air superiority fighter designed and manufactured by [[Schipol Aerospace]]. The TF-32 is the successor of the [[TF-25 Maus]] and the backbone of the Abersianian Air Force, hoped to be exported to foreign states in [[Ecros]]. It was officially announced that the TF-X's prototype would be rolled out on the 24 September 2013, and make its first flight by the end of 2014. The taxiing and ground running tests of the prototype began two days before the scheduled roll-out, on September 22 2013. |
= Requirements = | = Requirements = | ||
| − | In July 2010, the Abersianian Air Force announced its requirements for minimum capabilities of the TF-X | + | In July 2010, the Abersianian Air Force announced its requirements for minimum capabilities of the TF-X program: |
* Improved aerodynamics and propulsion | * Improved aerodynamics and propulsion | ||
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===Airframe=== | ===Airframe=== | ||
| + | In 2005 3 design proposals were released in relation to the the TF-X program: | ||
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| + | *TF-X-1 - A twin engine [[Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor]] like design. | ||
| + | *TF-X-2 - A single engine [[NG-F16]] like design. | ||
| + | *TF-X-3 - A single engine delta wing fighter, similar to the [[SAAB 39 Griffin]] | ||
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| + | The eventual decision was revealed in the project summary released later that year, with the twin engined configuration being selected as the most suitable for the requirements given. This airframe was to utilise composite materials and a relatively new technology, thrust vectoring, to keep the aircraft light and nimble in the air. | ||
===Avionics=== | ===Avionics=== | ||
| + | The TF-32 utilises a fly-by-wire system to control the aircraft, which allows it to be unstable, increasing manoeuvrability. This requires an intricate array of sensors and computers to keep the aircraft in control. These computers also handle the data link capabilities, allowing the plane to quickly relay information between other aircraft and the ground. | ||
===Engine=== | ===Engine=== | ||
| + | Initially the prototype aircraft utilised two TAI 110-30 powerplants, which lacked thrust vectoring, and the power required to supercruise. It was later fitted with two TAI 120-30 engines, later renamed TAI 120-32 to match the naming of the aircraft. These engines have recieved a few upgrades over the service life of the aircraft, to make them easier and cheaper to service and maintain. Despite this, the aircraft remains notoriously expensive to maintain and fuel, due to the complexity of the engines, and high quality of fuel needed. | ||
===Weapons Systems=== | ===Weapons Systems=== | ||
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| + | =Operational Use= | ||
=Specifacations= | =Specifacations= | ||
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*Wing area: 60 m2 (645 sq ft) | *Wing area: 60 m2 (645 sq ft) | ||
*Max takeoff weight: 27,215 kg (60,000 lb) | *Max takeoff weight: 27,215 kg (60,000 lb) | ||
| − | *Powerplant: 2 × TAI | + | *Powerplant: 2 × TAI 120-32 Turbofan, (20,155 lbf) thrust each dry, (33,000 lbf) with afterburner |
===Performance=== | ===Performance=== | ||
Revision as of 19:44, 4 January 2024
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| TF-32 Foxtail during runway tests at AAI facilities in Shaucse on 17 March 2014 | |
Role
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Stealth multirole/air superiority fighter |
National origin
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Abersiania |
Manufacturer
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Schipol Aerospace |
First flight
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14 June 2014 |
Introduction
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2016 |
Status
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In Service |
Primary user
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Abersianian Air force |
Developed from
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TF-25 Maus |
The TF-32 Foxtail (formerly known as TF-X) is a stealth, twin-engine, all-weather air superiority fighter designed and manufactured by Schipol Aerospace. The TF-32 is the successor of the TF-25 Maus and the backbone of the Abersianian Air Force, hoped to be exported to foreign states in Ecros. It was officially announced that the TF-X's prototype would be rolled out on the 24 September 2013, and make its first flight by the end of 2014. The taxiing and ground running tests of the prototype began two days before the scheduled roll-out, on September 22 2013.
Contents
Requirements
In July 2010, the Abersianian Air Force announced its requirements for minimum capabilities of the TF-X program:
- Improved aerodynamics and propulsion
- The ability to supercruise
- Optimized combat radius of no less than 400 miles
- Advanced and internal multi-spectral sensors (EW and RF/IR)
- Low observability while maintaining a manoeuvrable and sturdy airframe
- Sensor fusion and autonomy
- Improved data-link capabilities for network-enabled electronic warfare
- Ability to carry a range of multi-purpose ordenance
These requirements were to be fully met without compromising manoeuvrability, structural integrity and speed to a reasonable level.
Development
Airframe
In 2005 3 design proposals were released in relation to the the TF-X program:
- TF-X-1 - A twin engine Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor like design.
- TF-X-2 - A single engine NG-F16 like design.
- TF-X-3 - A single engine delta wing fighter, similar to the SAAB 39 Griffin
The eventual decision was revealed in the project summary released later that year, with the twin engined configuration being selected as the most suitable for the requirements given. This airframe was to utilise composite materials and a relatively new technology, thrust vectoring, to keep the aircraft light and nimble in the air.
Avionics
The TF-32 utilises a fly-by-wire system to control the aircraft, which allows it to be unstable, increasing manoeuvrability. This requires an intricate array of sensors and computers to keep the aircraft in control. These computers also handle the data link capabilities, allowing the plane to quickly relay information between other aircraft and the ground.
Engine
Initially the prototype aircraft utilised two TAI 110-30 powerplants, which lacked thrust vectoring, and the power required to supercruise. It was later fitted with two TAI 120-30 engines, later renamed TAI 120-32 to match the naming of the aircraft. These engines have recieved a few upgrades over the service life of the aircraft, to make them easier and cheaper to service and maintain. Despite this, the aircraft remains notoriously expensive to maintain and fuel, due to the complexity of the engines, and high quality of fuel needed.
Weapons Systems
Operational Use
Specifacations
General characteristics
- Crew: One pilot & two pilot variant
- Length: 21 m (68 ft 11 in)
- Wingspan: 14 m (45 ft 11 in)
- Height: 6 m (19 ft 8 in)
- Wing area: 60 m2 (645 sq ft)
- Max takeoff weight: 27,215 kg (60,000 lb)
- Powerplant: 2 × TAI 120-32 Turbofan, (20,155 lbf) thrust each dry, (33,000 lbf) with afterburner
Performance
- Maximum speed: 2,222 km/h (1,764 mph, 1,200 kn)
- Maximum speed: Mach 2.3
- Combat range: 1,100 km (690 mi, 600 nmi)
- Service ceiling: 17,000 m (55,000 ft)
- Maximum G limits: +9.0 g & -3.5 g
Armnament
- Guns: 1x 20mm M61A2 Vulcan Rotary cannon
- Internal Weapons Bay
- 6x B-Darter 2 Radar guided missile
- 2x A-Darter IR guided missile
or
- 4x B-Darter 2 Radar guided missile
- 1x 1000kg dumb bomb/2x 500kg dumb bomb
