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The F 111 , aardvark was a supersonic

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medium range multi role combat aircraft

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developed by general dynamics for the

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United States Air Force with its

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advanced avionics and powerful engines .

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The F 111 often assumed the role of a

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strategic bomber capable of deploying a

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variety of ordinance with precision .

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In addition to its impressive combat

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capabilities , the F 111 was also used

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for electric warfare and reconnaissance

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missions . The F 111 served in various

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conflicts including Vietnam and Desert

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Storm , earning a reputation as a

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reliable and formidable aircraft . The

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F 111 was replaced by the F-15 Strike

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Eagle for medium range precision strike

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missions while the supersonic bomber

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role has been assumed by the B one B

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Lancer .