Originally Posted by
vagabond
Is your research on the fighter pilot of today with all the modern aircraft or are you referring to the jocks of yesteryear? Fighter aircraft have come a long way from the biplane to my favorite, the Hornet.
Are you able to interview pilots from the Australian military? Surely they have fighter pilots there? Is the training different in different countries?
Do fighter pilots engage in dogfights these days? In another thread, I asked about "sorties" but I don't recall reading that those sorties included dogfights. [But perhaps it's because the Libyan Air Force, when compared to the coalition's fire power, is just a gnat on a horse's behind].
1500 word essay is not very much. I'd like to speak with your teacher about this low threshold!!
I agree with this. But the education board of South Australia has set these limits. The whole subject was introduced this year as part of a change in the educational system in high schools. My year level are the 'guinea pigs', so a lot of it is still a mess around the state. I'd probably write a lot more if I would be able to. I really love fighter jets.
For my essay, I plan on covering modern aircraft fighters, ranging from about 4.5th generation to current aircraft, however since I'm gathering information on combat or flight experience, any pilot can help me
Although I previously mentioned dogfighting, any form of aerial combat is fine, as I understand that most of the technology these days allow for long range battles.
I've emailed the Royal Australian Air Force, but so far I've had no replies, hence I've come to you guys for help
UAL T38 Phlyer, thank you very much for your information!
I'll definitely be able to use this as a primary source
vagabond, that would be a great help! I'll write up the interview questions soon. I'd love to go flying like that guy in the vid hahaha!
