Early studies
The F-15 can trace its origins to the early Vietnam War, when the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy fought each other over future tactical aircraft. Defense Secretary Robert McNamara was … See more

Introduction and early service
The largest operator of the F-15 is the United States Air Force. The first Eagle, an F-15B, was delivered on 13 November 1974. In January … See more

A total of 175 F-15s have been lost to non-combat causes as of June 2016. However, the F-15 aircraft is very reliable with only 1 loss per 50,000 flight hours.
• On 1 May 1983, an Israeli Air Force F-15D collided mid-air with an A-4 Skyhawk during a training … See more

Overview
The F-15 has an all-metal semi-monocoque fuselage with a large-cantilever, … See more

Basic models
F-15A Single-seat all-weather air-superiority fighter version, 384 built in 1972–1979 F-15B Two-seat training version, formerly designated TF-15A, 61 built in 1972–1979 F-15C Improved single-seat all-weather air … See more

Data from USAF fact sheet, Jane's All the World's Aircraft, Combat Legend, F-15 Eagle and Strike Eagle, Florida International University, USAF F-15A/B/C/D Flight … See more

Although the F-15 continues to be in use, a number of older USAF and IAF models have been retired, with several placed on outdoor display or in museums.
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