| Specifications (數據) |
| Summary: | Cantilever Low Wing Monoplane, with 33 degree swept back wings Single seat, high performance, light attack and ground support aircraft Outstanding low speed control and stability during takeoff and landing Wingspan: 26 ft 6 in Length (excluding IFR Probe): 40 ft 3-1/4 in Height: 15 ft Deliveries began in November 1962 765 A-4 aircraft worldwide. Pound for pound, the A-4 aircraft is one of the most effective and versatile light attack aircraft produced. The Skyhawk is 34 years old; yet export models are still highly regarded and undergoing modern avionics, weapons, and engine upgrades to maintain their flying prowess into the next century. |
| Contractor: | McDonnell Douglas |
| Power Plant: | Single, Pratt & Whitney, J-52-P-408A non-afterburning, turbojet engine that develops 11,220 pounds of thrust |
| Accommodations: | One pilot |
| Performance: | Maximum speed: 586 knots (with a 4,000 pound bomb load) Initial climb rate: 8,440 ft/min Maximum ferry range: 2,000 nautical miles |
| Countermeasures: | Not applicable |
| Armament: | Mounts two 20 mm guns internal to the wing structure Has one fuselage and four wing racks and carries a variety of external stores. May be provisioned for Sidewinder, Shrike, and Walleye missiles and 1,000 pound bombs. |
| Mission and Capabilities: | Maximum takeoff weight: 24,500 pounds Six "G" load maximum Fuel capacity of both wing and fuselage internal and three external tanks: 1,800 U.S. gallons Typical dry weight: 10,465 pounds Primary avionics systems include: UHF-ARC-159, VHF-ARC-114, RAD/ALT-APN-194, TACAN-ARN-118, ILS/VOR-ARA-63/ARN-14, CHAFF-ALE-39, IFF-APX-72, RADAR-APG-53-A, Secure Comm-KY28/58, AN/ALQ-126, Countermeasures AN/ALQ-162, HUD AN/AVQ-24 and Navigational Computer AN/ASN-41. |
