Eurofighter

The leading swing-role fighter

A multinational programme

The Eurofighter Typhoon is the world's most advanced swing-role combat aircraft. Originally conceived as a multinational programme to modernise the air forces of European industrial partner nations, the Eurofighter Typhoon has now been sold to five additional customers (Austria, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Sultanate of Oman, Kuwait and Qatar), doubling the number of original user nations.

It is powered by two EJ200 engines which give the Eurofighter Typhoon its impressive thrust-to-weight ratio and manoeuvrability. At the heart of this state-of-the-art weapon system is its identification and sensor fusion capability, based on the CAPTOR-E AESA radar and the PIRATE FLIR sensor, protected by the PRAETORIAN Electronic Defensive Aid Sub System (DASS). No other fighter has integrated such a large number of European and U.S. weapons, making it combat-ready for any mission.

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Combat-ready for any mission

Air superiority

In the air superiority mission, the Eurofighter Typhoons are typically equipped with air-to-air missiles for beyond-visual-range and close combat. It is the combination of thrust, agility, manoeuvrability, advanced sensors and data fusion that makes the Eurofighter Typhoon the superior air combat platform.

Squadron F2 Typhoon QRA Weapon fit (Copyright Geoffrey Lee)

Air interdiction

In the air interdiction role, the Eurofighter Typhoon is configured for ground attack and although it is equipped with a targeting pod and up to 4 ground attack weapons, it still carries 4 radar and 2 infrared missiles.

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Close air support

With the integration of new advanced missiles, the Eurofighter Typhoon has enhanced its close air support capabilities, enabling it to engage with reduced risk of collateral damage to non-combatant or friendly forces.

Swing role

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The Eurofighter Typhoon can easily switch from air-to-air to air-to-surface and back again within the same mission.

Multiple configurations of air-to-air and ground-attack payloads can be accommodated under 13 wing and fuselage stations, providing a highly flexible and mission-specific configuration.

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Best European technology

The Eurofighter Typhoon represents the best of British, German, Italian and Spanish technology. As Europe's largest military joint programme, it excels in avionics, aerodynamics, materials and engines.

Offering unrivalled operational capability and fleet effectiveness, the Eurofighter Typhoon sets the standard for new generation combat aircraft.

Eurofighters of the Spanish Air Force flying together

Eurofighter Typhoon´s most outstanding features

Eurofighter Typhoon

Advanced modular avionics and digital flight control system.
Super-cruising multi-role capabilities.
State-of-the-art human-machine interface includes LCD screens, hands-on throttle and stick, helmet-mounted display and voice input.
With AESA radar, infra-red search and tracking system and advanced sensor data fusion, it offers extensive weapon options on 13 hardpoints.
Its stealthy design, powerful engines and mission-tailored defences ensure high survivability and low operating costs.

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