Designed by McDonnell Douglas in 1983, the FA-18 Hornet has served as the primary fighter and attack warplane of both the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. The Hornet is an all- weather, carrier-capable, multi-role fighter jet designed to attack both ground and aerial targets. It has proven its versatility during many combat operations over the last two decades, and has broken records for tactical aircraft reliability and maintainability. The FA-18 will continue to play a key role in America’s carrier borne air power for many years to come, and has earned its status as one of the legends of air combat.