As the US Navy transitioned away from specialized fighter aircraft, it systematically overhauled the F/A-18 to serve in multiple roles—creating the new Super Hornet. The transition from the original F ...

A U.S. F/A-18 Super Hornet was involved in a near miss after being targeted by an apparent Iranian MANPADS system during a low altitude strafing run with the 20 mm M61 cannon. Videos emerged online on ...

The F/A-18E/F Super Hornet has made a name for itself as a powerhouse in the U.S. Navy since its introduction in 1999 Since its introduction in 1999, the Super Hornet has been pivotal in a number of ...

A U.S. Marine cleans the tail of an F/A-18D Hornet at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, on April 13, 2026. (Cpl. Michael Gavin/U.S. Marine Corps) The U.S. Marine Corps plans to phase out ...

On Wednesday afternoon local time, a US Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet successfully disabled an Iranian cargo ship attempting to run the American blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. “CENTCOM forces observed M ...