USAF Strike Eagle F15 E flying into the Sunset is a photograph by Clare Scott which was uploaded on October 6th, 2012.
USAF Strike Eagle F15 E flying into the Sunset
The McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) F-15E Strike Eagle is an all-weather multirole fighter, derived from the McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle. The F-15E... more
by Clare Scott
Title
USAF Strike Eagle F15 E flying into the Sunset
Artist
Clare Scott
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Photograph
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The McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) F-15E Strike Eagle is an all-weather multirole fighter, derived from the McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle. The F-15E was designed in the 1980s for long-range, high speed interdiction without relying on escort or electronic warfare aircraft. United States Air Force (USAF) F-15E Strike Eagles can be distinguished from other U.S. Eagle variants by darker camouflage and conformal fuel tanks mounted along the engine intakes.
The Strike Eagle has been deployed in Operation Desert Storm, Operation Allied Force, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Odyssey Dawn carrying out deep strikes against high-value targets, combat air patrols, and providing close air support for coalition troops. It has also seen action in later conflicts and has been exported to several countries.
Taken at RAF Lakenheath.
Photography by Clare Scott 2012
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October 6th, 2012