FB-111 FACT SHEET

By Cliff Lethbridge

FB-111

Launch Status: No Longer Used for Cape Canaveral Missile Launches

First Cape Canaveral Launch: April 21, 1975

Final Cape Canaveral Launch: December 9, 1981

Total Number of Cape Canaveral Launches: 14

Vehicles Launched: SRAM

The FB-111 was a bomber version of the F-111 Fighter, featuring a lengthened airframe, reinforced undercarriage, increased fuel capacity and advanced avionics. It had the following specifications:

Manufacturer: General Dynamics

Length: 73 feet, 6 inches

Height: 17 feet

Wingspan: 70 feet

Number of Engines: 2

Powerplant: Pratt and Whitney TF30-P-7

Engine Thrust (Each): 10,800 pounds