Eurofighter Jagdflugzeug GmbH
Eurofighter Typhoon
The Eurofighter Typhoon is a twin‑engine, multirole combat aircraft developed through a pan‑European collaboration led by Eurofighter Jagdflugzeug GmbH. Work began in the early 1980s when the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy and Spain launched the Future European Fighter Aircraft (FEFA) programme to replace aging fleets and achieve joint technological independence. The prototype first flew in 1994 and operational service entered in 2003, with the type now serving over a dozen air forces worldwide.
Key features include a highly agile delta wing and close‑coupled canard layout that delivers superb maneuverability at supersonic speeds, and a digital fly‑by‑wire control system that integrates advanced avionics. Powered by two EJ200 turbofan engines, the Typhoon can exceed Mach 2 and maintain high thrust‑to‑weight ratios. Its sensor suite combines an AESA radar, infrared search and track system, and data‑fusion capabilities, allowing seamless air‑to‑air and air‑to‑ground missions. The aircraft’s modular design supports continuous upgrades, keeping it relevant against evolving threats.
In aviation history the Eurofighter Typhoon represents a benchmark in multinational defense cooperation, delivering a modern, versatile platform that balances air superiority with strike capability, and it sets a standard for future European fighter development.
Key features include a highly agile delta wing and close‑coupled canard layout that delivers superb maneuverability at supersonic speeds, and a digital fly‑by‑wire control system that integrates advanced avionics. Powered by two EJ200 turbofan engines, the Typhoon can exceed Mach 2 and maintain high thrust‑to‑weight ratios. Its sensor suite combines an AESA radar, infrared search and track system, and data‑fusion capabilities, allowing seamless air‑to‑air and air‑to‑ground missions. The aircraft’s modular design supports continuous upgrades, keeping it relevant against evolving threats.
In aviation history the Eurofighter Typhoon represents a benchmark in multinational defense cooperation, delivering a modern, versatile platform that balances air superiority with strike capability, and it sets a standard for future European fighter development.
Dimensions
- Wing Area
- 50 square metre
- Length
- 15.96 metre
- Height
- 5.28 metre
- Mass
- 23400 kilogram
Performance
- Service Ceiling
- 16765 metre
- Range
- 1389 kilometre
Production & History
- Units Produced
- 926
- First Flight
- 1994
- Service Entry
- 2003
Design & Classification
- Primary Use
- Country of Origin
- Manufacturer
- Eurofighter Jagdflugzeug GmbH
- Engine
- Eurojet EJ200
- Operator
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Royal Saudi Air Force Royal Air Force of Oman Spanish Air and Space Force Austrian Air Force Italian Air Force Royal Air Force German Air Force
- Wikidata ID
- Q151384