F-15C Eagle (BMS)
FALCON BMS - QUICK REFERENCE
V-SPEEDS
| Speed | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rotate | ~130-145 KIAS | Weight and stores dependent |
| Gear Up (<) | 250 KIAS | Max gear transit speed |
| Approach | 155-165 KIAS | Final approach (weight dep.) |
| On-Speed AOA | ~20 units | Target centre AOA bracket |
| Corner Speed | 350-400 KIAS | Best sustained turn rate |
| Mil Climb | 350 KIAS | Military power climb schedule |
| Vmax Limit | 900 KIAS / Mach 2.5 | Never exceed |
| Bingo | 3,000 lbs | Minimum RTB fuel (typical) |
POWER SETTINGS
| Phase | Setting |
|---|---|
| Takeoff | MIL then AB (Zone 5) |
| Climb | AB or MIL - 350 KIAS |
| Cruise | 80-85% RPM (MIL) |
| Combat | AB Zone 5 as required |
| Approach | As required for on-speed AOA |
| Idle (ground) | ~67-68% N2 |
FLAP SCHEDULE
| Setting | Max Speed | Use |
|---|---|---|
| AUTO | Any | Normal flight - system commands flaps automatically |
| DOWN (Manual) | < 250 KIAS | Manual override for landing if AUTO fails |
| UP (Manual) | Any | Manual override - retract after takeoff if AUTO fails |
ENGINE LIMITS
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Max FTIT (MIL Power) | 935 C |
| Max FTIT (AB) | 980 C |
| Max FTIT (Start) | < 980 C |
| Idle N2 | 67-68% |
| Oil Pressure | 40-80 PSI |
| Hydraulic Pressure (A & B) | 2,850-3,000 PSI |
KEY NUMBERS
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Fuel | 13,123 lbs (with CFTs: ~20,000 lbs) |
| Bingo Fuel | 3,000 lbs |
| Max G | +9.0 / -3.0 |
| Pattern Altitude | 1,500 ft AGL |
| Break Speed | 350 KIAS |
| Max Crosswind | 25 kts |
| Gun (M61A1) | 940 rounds (20mm) |
| Combat Radius | ~1,061 nmi (ferry with tanks) |