McDonnell Douglas F-15

McDonnell Douglas F-15

The McDonnell Douglas F-15 can reach 30,000 feet (9,100m) in 60 seconds and has a thrust-to-weight ratio that allows the aircraft to accelerate while flying straight up. It is also the only aircraft to ever shoot down a satellite orbiting in space.

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