U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet Fighter: How Hard Is It To Fly?

U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet Fighter: How Hard Is It To Fly?

Key Points and Summary – According to a former U.S. Navy pilot, the F/A-18 Super Hornet “isn’t complicated to fly” thanks to its modern systems and effective autopilot. However, the pilot explained that what is complicated is performing the jet’s actual combat missions. (July 24, 2025) – A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the “Black Knights” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 154, transits the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrie…