The F-15C Eagle is a single-seat, air superiority fighter variant of the F-15 family, designed to dominate the skies in air-to-air combat. It is optimized for high-speed, high-altitude engagements and long-range interception, retaining the classic F-15 strengths of speed, maneuverability, and advanced radar and weapons systems.
General Information:
- Role: Air superiority fighter 
- Manufacturer: McDonnell Douglas (later Boeing) 
- First Flight: July 27, 1972 
- Introduction: 1979 (F-15C first operational) 
- Crew: 1 pilot 
- Nickname: Eagle 
- Key Features: - Single-seat design optimized for air-to-air combat 
- Advanced radar (AN/APG-63 and later upgrades) 
- High thrust-to-weight ratio for exceptional maneuverability 
- Proven combat record with over 100 air-to-air kills and zero losses 
 
F-15C Eagle
- Small measure 7 inches wingtip to wingtip - Medium measure 12 inches wingtip to wingtip - Large measure 18 inches wingtip to wingtip