MDC tests solution to F-18 weapon snag

McDONNELL DOUGLAS (MDC) has windtunnel-tested the solution to a potential weapons-separation problem on the F-18E/F. The problem was identified during design of the improved F-18 and results from a reduction in the distance between the inboard wing pylons and the wider fuselage of the E/F.

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