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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 [[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. | 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 = | + | = History = |
| + | The TF-32 was born out of a desire for a domestically produced fighter to compete with the likes of the [[Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor|F22]], and other modern fighters produced by major companies. This was seen as a necessity as tensions with [[New Illyricum]] rose in 2006, and when the defense budget was raised later that year. The project was extended to [[Schipol]], and was hoping it would replace the [[Schipol TF-30]] as the nations main air superiority fighter. | ||
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| + | == Requirements Published == | ||
In July 2010, the Abersianian Air Force announced its requirements for minimum capabilities of the TF-X program: | 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 | ||
| − | * The ability to | + | * The ability to super cruise |
* Optimized combat radius of no less than 400 miles | * Optimized combat radius of no less than 400 miles | ||
* Advanced and internal multi-spectral sensors (EW and RF/IR) | * Advanced and internal multi-spectral sensors (EW and RF/IR) | ||
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* Sensor fusion and autonomy | * Sensor fusion and autonomy | ||
* Improved data-link capabilities for network-enabled electronic warfare | * Improved data-link capabilities for network-enabled electronic warfare | ||
| − | * Ability to carry a range of multi-purpose | + | * Ability to carry a range of multi-purpose ordinance |
These requirements were to be fully met without compromising manoeuvrability, structural integrity and speed to a reasonable level. | These requirements were to be fully met without compromising manoeuvrability, structural integrity and speed to a reasonable level. | ||
| − | =Development= | + | ==Development== |
| − | + | After the requirements were officially published, [[Schipol]] set to work on prototyping and testing, and a little under a year later, came back with a response to the requirements. | |
| + | |||
===Airframe=== | ===Airframe=== | ||
| − | In | + | In 2011 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-1 - A twin engine [[Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor]] like design. | ||
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===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. | + | 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. This was upgraded in the later Block 20 model, giving it a 'Bijenkorf' function, or Hivemind. This allows the plane to sync its computers with other manned aircraft, or even UAVs, allowing for greater situational awareness, communication and operation. |
===Engine=== | ===Engine=== | ||
| − | Initially the prototype aircraft utilised two TAI 110-30 powerplants, which lacked thrust vectoring, and the power required to | + | Initially the prototype aircraft utilised two TAI 110-30 powerplants, which lacked thrust vectoring, and the power required to super cruise. 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 received 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=== | ||
| + | It was decided early on what the basic requirements of the TF-32's payload should be. Being mostly designed for air to air combat, it was determined it should be able to carry at least 6 missiles, as well as a rotary cannon. The payload should be carried in a concealed weapons bay, to ensure radar cross section was kept low. This ended up creating the final configuration, a payload of 8 air to air missiles, or a payload of 1000kg of ordinance. | ||
=Operational Use= | =Operational Use= | ||
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| + | === Aberso Illyrian War === | ||
| + | |||
| + | === ACES/National Training Exercises === | ||
=Specifacations= | =Specifacations= | ||
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===Armnament=== | ===Armnament=== | ||
*Guns: 1x 20mm M61A2 Vulcan Rotary cannon | *Guns: 1x 20mm M61A2 Vulcan Rotary cannon | ||
| − | * | + | *Air to Air Loadout |
**6x [[B-Darter 2]] Radar guided missile | **6x [[B-Darter 2]] Radar guided missile | ||
**2x [[A-Darter]] IR guided missile | **2x [[A-Darter]] IR guided missile | ||
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or | or | ||
| + | *Air to Ground Loadout | ||
**4x [[B-Darter 2]] Radar guided missile | **4x [[B-Darter 2]] Radar guided missile | ||
**1x 1000kg dumb bomb/2x 500kg dumb bomb | **1x 1000kg dumb bomb/2x 500kg dumb bomb | ||
Revision as of 19:14, 22 February 2024
| TF-32 Foxtail | |
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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
History
The TF-32 was born out of a desire for a domestically produced fighter to compete with the likes of the F22, and other modern fighters produced by major companies. This was seen as a necessity as tensions with New Illyricum rose in 2006, and when the defense budget was raised later that year. The project was extended to Schipol, and was hoping it would replace the Schipol TF-30 as the nations main air superiority fighter.
Requirements Published
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 super cruise
- 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 ordinance
These requirements were to be fully met without compromising manoeuvrability, structural integrity and speed to a reasonable level.
Development
After the requirements were officially published, Schipol set to work on prototyping and testing, and a little under a year later, came back with a response to the requirements.
Airframe
In 2011 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. This was upgraded in the later Block 20 model, giving it a 'Bijenkorf' function, or Hivemind. This allows the plane to sync its computers with other manned aircraft, or even UAVs, allowing for greater situational awareness, communication and operation.
Engine
Initially the prototype aircraft utilised two TAI 110-30 powerplants, which lacked thrust vectoring, and the power required to super cruise. 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 received 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
It was decided early on what the basic requirements of the TF-32's payload should be. Being mostly designed for air to air combat, it was determined it should be able to carry at least 6 missiles, as well as a rotary cannon. The payload should be carried in a concealed weapons bay, to ensure radar cross section was kept low. This ended up creating the final configuration, a payload of 8 air to air missiles, or a payload of 1000kg of ordinance.
Operational Use
Aberso Illyrian War
ACES/National Training Exercises
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
- Air to Air Loadout
- 6x B-Darter 2 Radar guided missile
- 2x A-Darter IR guided missile
or
- Air to Ground Loadout
- 4x B-Darter 2 Radar guided missile
- 1x 1000kg dumb bomb/2x 500kg dumb bomb
