qj0309@westpoint-emh2.army.mil (Welsh James CPT) (03/27/91)
From: Welsh James CPT <qj0309@westpoint-emh2.army.mil>
1. Maximum ordnance load:
F/A-18: 13,700 lbs
A-7: 12,000 lbs
2. The A-7 carries more 20mm ammunition than the F/A-18, 1019 to 580.
3. The F/A-18 is far more capable than the A-7. The accuracy of CAS provided
by the F/A-18 is fantastic. In comparison, we would refer to A-7's working
with us to be flying "pseudoCAS", or "not so close air support".
4. Two references for aircraft comparisons:
FMFM 5-4A - Close Air Support and Close in Fire Support
OH 6-2A - Fire Support Coordinator's Guide
Both of these are military references, but contain good tables for
comparing aircraft.
Welsh James CPT
<qj0309@staff>