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The Phantom FG.1 is the penultimate energy fighter- at 10.3, its advantages over other aircraft are sheer power, roll rate and its '''unrivalled''' ability to climb to high altitudes, and its '''nearly unparalleled''' speed and thrust-to-weight ratio down low. The Rolls-Royce Spey 203s produce just over 9000kgf thrust when you are stationary- that is to say, on the runway- and over 10000kgf when you're travelling at near-supersonic speeds.
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Sideclimb high- around 8000-9000 metres will do- and attack those beneath you. The AIM-9Ds do excellently at 2.3-3.5 kilometers (1.5-2.5 miles), but not up close.
  
 
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Regarding modules- '''Flares''' should be one of your top priorities, as well as the '''1000lbs G.P. Bomb''' upgrade.
  
 
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* Great top speed; one of the fastest aircraft in the game
 
* Great top speed; one of the fastest aircraft in the game
 
* Decent maneuverability for a plane of its size
 
* Decent maneuverability for a plane of its size
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* Excellent engine performance at low altitude
 
* Great rate of climb, rivaled only by the F-104 Starfighter
 
* Great rate of climb, rivaled only by the F-104 Starfighter
 
* Adequate selection of secondary ordnance
 
* Adequate selection of secondary ordnance
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* As with most jets, tends to bleed off energy in sustained turns
 
* As with most jets, tends to bleed off energy in sustained turns
 
* Relatively large target
 
* Relatively large target
* Only suspended armament
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* Limited payload options compared to American Phantoms
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* Engines lose their edge higher up compared to US turbojets
  
 
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== History ==

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This page is about the jet fighter Phantom FG.1. For other versions, see F-4 Phantom II (Family).

Description

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The Phantom FG.1 is a rank VII British jet fighter with a battle rating of 11.0 (AB), 11.3 (RB), and 10.7 (SB). It was introduced in Update "Starfighters".

General info

Flight performance

Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.

Characteristics Max Speed
(km/h at 10,667 m)
Max altitude
(metres)
Turn time
(seconds)
Rate of climb
(metres/second)
Take-off run
(metres)
AB RB AB RB AB RB
Stock 2,195 2,158 16000 26.5 26.9 178.0 168.0 850
Upgraded ___ ___ __._ __._ __._ __._

Details

Features
Combat flaps Take-off flaps Landing flaps Air brakes Arrestor gear Drogue chute
X
Limits
Wings (km/h) Gear (km/h) Flaps (km/h) Max Static G
Combat Take-off Landing + -
1458 463 N/A 625 463 ~11 ~4
Optimal velocities (km/h)
Ailerons Rudder Elevators Radiator
< 810 < 750 < 700 N/A

Engine performance

Engine Aircraft mass
Engine name Number Empty mass Wing loading (full fuel)
Rolls-Royce Spey 203 2 14,200 kg 408 kg/m2
Engine characteristics Mass with fuel (no weapons load) Max Takeoff
Weight
Weight (each) Type 7m fuel 20m fuel 26m fuel
1,860 kg Afterburning low-bypass turbofan 15,807 kg 18,707 kg 20,055 kg 25,400 kg
Maximum engine thrust @ 0 m (RB / SB) Thrust to weight ratio @ 0 m (WEP)
Condition 100% WEP 7m fuel 20m fuel 26m fuel MTOW
Stationary 5,110 kgf 9,014 kgf 1.14 0.96 0.90 0.71
Optimal 5,110 kgf
(0 km/h)
10,331 kgf
(1,200 km/h)
1.31 1.10 1.03 0.81

Survivability and armour

Examine the survivability of the aircraft. Note how vulnerable the structure is and how secure the pilot is, whether the fuel tanks are armoured, etc. Describe the armour, if there is any, and also mention the vulnerability of other critical aircraft systems.

Armaments

Suspended armament

The Phantom FG.1 can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

  • 1 x 20 mm M61 cannon, -mounted (1,200 rpg)
  • 8 x 1,000 lb G.P. Mk.I bombs + 1 x 20 mm M61 cannon, -mounted (1,200 rpg) (8,000 lb total)
  • 108 x SNEB type 23 rockets + 1 x 20 mm M61 cannon, -mounted (1,200 rpg)
  • 4 x AIM-9D Sidewinder missiles + 1 x 20 mm M61 cannon, -mounted (1,200 rpg)
  • 4 x 1,000 lb G.P. Mk.I bombs + 4 x AIM-9D Sidewinder missiles + 1 x 20 mm M61 cannon, -mounted (1,200 rpg) (4,000 lb total)
  • 4 x AIM-9D Sidewinder missiles

Usage in battles

Describe the tactics of playing in the aircraft, the features of using aircraft in a team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but instead, give the reader food for thought. Examine the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).

Phantom FG.1 over El Alamein, taken by Aussie_Mantis

The Phantom FG.1 is the penultimate energy fighter- at 10.3, its advantages over other aircraft are sheer power, roll rate and its unrivalled ability to climb to high altitudes, and its nearly unparalleled speed and thrust-to-weight ratio down low. The Rolls-Royce Spey 203s produce just over 9000kgf thrust when you are stationary- that is to say, on the runway- and over 10000kgf when you're travelling at near-supersonic speeds.

Sideclimb high- around 8000-9000 metres will do- and attack those beneath you. The AIM-9Ds do excellently at 2.3-3.5 kilometers (1.5-2.5 miles), but not up close.

Modules

Tier Flight performance Survivability Weaponry
I Compressor Fuselage repair 1000 LB GP Flares
II New boosters Airframe Offensive 20 mm Matra SNEB
III Wings repair G-suit AIM-9D
IV Engine Cover New 20 mm cannons

Regarding modules- Flares should be one of your top priorities, as well as the 1000lbs G.P. Bomb upgrade.

Pros and cons

Pros:

  • Great top speed; one of the fastest aircraft in the game
  • Decent maneuverability for a plane of its size
  • Excellent engine performance at low altitude
  • Great rate of climb, rivaled only by the F-104 Starfighter
  • Adequate selection of secondary ordnance
  • Powerful M61 Vulcan can wreak havoc against enemy aircraft

Cons:

  • As with most jets, tends to bleed off energy in sustained turns
  • Relatively large target
  • Limited payload options compared to American Phantoms
  • Engines lose their edge higher up compared to US turbojets

History

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Media

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See also

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  • reference to the series of the aircraft;
  • links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.

External links

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  • encyclopedia page on the aircraft;
  • other literature.


McDonnell Aircraft Corporation
Jet Fighters  F2H-2 · F3H-2
  F-4C Phantom II · F-4E Phantom II · F-4J Phantom II · F-4S Phantom II
  F-15A
Export/Licensed 
Aircraft  ◄F-4F Early · ◄F-4F · Phantom FG.1 · Phantom FGR.2 · F-4J(UK) Phantom II · F-4EJ Phantom II · F-4EJ ADTW · Kurnass · Kurnass 2000
  Baz · F-15J
  ▄AV-8B Plus
Helicopters  AH-6M · Lahatut
  The McDonnell Aircraft Corporation merged with Douglas Aircraft Company in 1967 to form McDonnell Douglas.
See Also  Mitsubishi Heavy Industries

Britain jet aircraft
Blackburn  Buccaneer S.1 · Buccaneer S.2 · Buccaneer S.2B
British Aerospace  Harrier GR.7 · Sea Harrier FRS.1 (e) · Sea Harrier FRS.1
British Aircraft Corporation  Strikemaster Mk.88
English Electric  Canberra B Mk 2 · Canberra B (I) Mk 6 · Lightning F.6 · Lightning F.53
Gloster  Meteor F Mk 3 · Sea Meteor F Mk 3 · Meteor F Mk 4 G.41F · Meteor F Mk 4 G.41G · Meteor F Mk 8 G.41K · Meteor F Mk.8 Reaper
  Javelin F.(A.W.) Mk.9
de Havilland  Vampire F.B.5 · Venom FB.4 · Sea Venom FAW 20 · Sea Vixen F.A.W. Mk.2
Hawker  Sea Hawk FGA.6 · Hunter F.1 · Hunter F.6 · Hunter FGA.9 · Harrier GR.1 · Harrier GR.3
Panavia  Tornado GR.1 · Tornado F.3
SEPECAT  Jaguar GR.1 · Jaguar GR.1A · Jaguar IS
Supermarine  Attacker FB 1 · Attacker FB.2 · Scimitar F Mk.1 · Swift F.1 · Swift F.7
Foreign  Phantom FG.1 (USA) · Phantom FGR.2 (USA) · F-4J(UK) Phantom II (USA)
  JAS39C (Sweden)