The Super Hornet is a re-designed version of the actual service Hornet which will succeed it within a few years because the planned A-12 attack fighter has been cancelled for economic reasons. The Super Hornet is being designed with a whole series of new technologies by using new ...The Super Hornet is a re-designed version of the actual service Hornet which will succeed it within a few years because the planned A-12 attack fighter has been cancelled for economic reasons. The Super Hornet is being designed with a whole series of new technologies by using new component materials and an improved aerodynamic shape.
Thanks to partially hidden air-intakes certain stealth features against radar have been obtained. Models are supplied unpainted, and some assembly may be required.