What Is The SEPECAT Jaguar?
The SEPECAT Jaguar. Anglo-French low-level attack aircraft engineered for close air support and tactical nuclear strike capability.
UK / France
Origin
Strike
Role
Mach 1.6
Top speed
14,000 m
Service ceiling
SEPECAT Jaguar Specifications
The SEPECAT Jaguar is an Anglo-French low-level tactical attack jet engineered for close air support and nuclear reconnaissance. Driven by twin Rolls-Royce/Adour turbofans pushing Mach 1.6, it features overwing missile rails, rugged landing gear, and unpaved airstrip takeoff ability.
Performance
Top speed
Mach 1.6 (1,056 mph)
Service ceiling
46,000 ft (14,000 m)
Combat radius
490 nmi (907 km)
Rate of climb
25,000 ft/min (127 m/s)
Airframe
Crew
1
Length
55 ft 3 in (16.83 m)
Wingspan
28 ft 6 in (8.69 m)
Empty weight
15,432 lbs (7,000 kg)
Engine
2x Rolls-Royce/Turbomeca Adour Mk 106 afterburning turbofans
Service
First flight
8 September 1968
Unit cost
$12 million
Operators
United Kingdom (Retired), France (Retired), India (IAF)
What Weapons Does The SEPECAT Jaguar Carry?
The SEPECAT Jaguar is armed with twin 30mm ADEN cannons, overwing pylons for AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles, and five underwing hardpoints carrying 10,000 lbs of laser-guided bombs and reconnaissance pods.
Weapon
Category
Loadout
Range
ADEN or DEFA
Category
30 mm Cannon
Loadout
2 internal cannon (150 rounds each)
Range
1,800 metres (effective)
AIM-9 Sidewinder
Category
Short-Range Air-to-Air Missile
Loadout
2 overwing missiles
Range
18 km (11 miles)
Paveway II
Category
Precision-Guided Bomb (Laser)
Loadout
Up to 4 bombs
Range
Gravity released
AS-37 Martel
Category
Anti-Radiation Missile
Loadout
Up to 2 missiles
Range
60 km (37 miles)
BL755
Category
Cluster Bomb
Loadout
Up to 8 bombs
Range
Gravity released
Category
Loadout
Range
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How Fast Is The SEPECAT Jaguar?
The Jaguar reaches Mach 1.6, around 1,056 mph, though its real operating environment was low level, where it was designed to penetrate defences at high subsonic speed beneath radar cover. Underpowered in hot conditions, Indian and Omani aircraft received uprated engines to address take-off performance.
How Was The SEPECAT Jaguar Developed?
Britain and France formed SEPECAT in 1966 to build a joint advanced trainer and light strike aircraft. The requirement grew into a dedicated strike platform. The prototype flew on 8 September 1968. France withdrew from the export effort early, while Britain and India continued developing the type considerably further.
Has The SEPECAT Jaguar Seen Combat?
French Jaguars flew in Mauritania, Chad and the Gulf War. RAF Jaguars operated over Iraq, Bosnia and Kosovo. Indian Jaguars struck targets during the 1999 Kargil conflict, and Omani and Ecuadorian examples saw regional operational use.
Who Operates The SEPECAT Jaguar?
Britain retired the Jaguar in 2007 and France in 2005. India remained the largest operator, flying upgraded Jaguar IS and DARIN III aircraft well into the 2020s, making it the last front-line operator of the type.
SEPECAT Jaguar FAQs
Common questions about the SEPECAT Jaguar, its capabilities and whether civilians can fly it.
Can I fly in the SEPECAT Jaguar as a civilian?
No, the SEPECAT Jaguar is not available for civilian passenger flights. Jetify offers flights in ex-military aircraft that have been demilitarised and placed on a civil register, such as the L-39 Albatros, Hawker Hunter and MiG-15 Fagot, across 7 aircraft types from 11 airfields in 7 countries.
Can I take the controls of the SEPECAT Jaguar?
No, you cannot take the controls of the SEPECAT Jaguar, because it is not available for civilian passenger flights. On the aircraft Jetify does operate, such as the L-39 Albatros, most allow you to take the controls in level flight and gentle turns once your pilot is satisfied you are comfortable.
How much does a flight in the SEPECAT Jaguar cost?
The SEPECAT Jaguar is not available for civilian passenger flights, so there is no price for a flight in one. Jetify flights in jets such as the L-39 Albatros start from around £2,500, $3,300 or €2,900, while the MiG-15 Fagot, Aermacchi S.211 and Lockheed T-33 start from around £2,800 ($3,800, €3,400). The Hawker Hunter, the fastest aircraft currently bookable, starts from around £6,400, $8,500 or €7,600. Every price is per person and includes ground school, flight suit, helmet and pre-flight medical screening.
Are there weight limits on a jet flight instead of the SEPECAT Jaguar?
The SEPECAT Jaguar is not available for civilian passenger flights, but all jet flight experiences enforce strict height and weight limits set by ejection seat clearances, cockpit dimensions and harness fit. Height is typically 5ft 2in (157 cm) to 6ft 4in (193 cm), and weight is generally capped at 16 st 7 lb to 18 st 12 lb (105 kg to 120 kg) depending on the aircraft. You also need normal cardiovascular health, with no heart conditions, severe high blood pressure or recent surgery.
How much G-force would I feel on a jet flight instead of the SEPECAT Jaguar?
The SEPECAT Jaguar is not available for civilian passenger flights, but on a civilian jet experience aerobatic profiles typically reach four to eight positive G in sustained turns and around minus four negative G. You learn the anti-G straining manoeuvre in ground school, which keeps you conscious under load. Supersonic and high-altitude profiles are physically far easier, and what happens in the air is agreed with your pilot and can be adjusted at any point.
How far in advance should I book a jet flight instead of the SEPECAT Jaguar?
The SEPECAT Jaguar is not available for civilian passenger flights, but you should book a real ex-military jet experience, such as the L-39 Albatros, 2 to 4 months in advance because of limited aircraft availability, maintenance schedules and airspace clearances. For weekend slots in peak summer months, allow 6 months. Simulator experiences generally need 2 to 3 weeks’ notice for standard weekend bookings.
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