Mission Configuration
Close Air Support
Eurofighter Typhoon as an affordable high-end swing-role weapon system whose the aircraft is fully capable of combining different operational tasks in a single mission. capability also offers considerable cost-of-ownership benefits to and operational commanders.
- Swing Role
- Air Superiority
- Air Interdiction
- Suppression of Enemy Air Defences
- Close Air Support
- Maritime Attack
Configuration 18 x Brimstone 4 x BVRAAM 2 x SRAAM 27mm Mauser 1 x 1000 litre fuel tank |
The Eurofighter Typhoon is ideally suited to the role of Close Air Support, as it can remain on task for long periods of time with large flexible weapon loads. These loads include extensive Air-to-Surface weapon configurations as well as retaining full Air-to-Air capability. Its sophisticated sensor suite allows close co-ordination with ground commanders and the identification of individual targets. Its high manoeuvrability and sophisticated weaponry allow effective operations over the battlefield. |
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