MilitaryA-4M (AF-1B) Skyhawk
Fighter Jetconfirmed
The A-4M Skyhawk was a dedicated attack aircraft variant developed for the U.S. Marine Corps, featuring an improved engine and updated avionics, introduced in 1970. The AF-1B, while also a Skyhawk variant, is a modernized version of the A-4KU operated by the Brazilian Navy, upgraded by Embraer with new radar and systems.
Specifications
| Type | Fighter Jet |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Douglas Aircraft Company |
| Introduced | 1970 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 1,075 km/h |
| Range | 1,150 km |
| Crew | 1 |
| Weight | 4.9 t |
History
Developed in the US by Douglas Aircraft Company in 1970, the Skyhawk was designed for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps during the early 1950s.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 4 | confirmed |
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