Description
Mirage 2000 is a French single seat, single-engine, delta wing, multiple role fighter, capable of all weather operations. Mirage 2000 entered service with the HAF in 1988, when 40 aircraft were controversially purchased under the “Talos” contract. It is capable of carrying a large variety of modern weapon systems. The Hellenic Mirage 2000s are predominantly used as interceptors and against enemy ships as they are compatible with the EXOCET missile. They operate from the 331 and 332 Squadrons, with call signs “Thiseas” and “Geraki” respectively, which are based in 114 Combat Wing in Tanagra air base. The Hellenic Mirage 2000s wear blue and gray camouflage.
Specifications:
- Crew: 1
- Engine: SNECMA M53 P2 jet engine with afterburner, 9.8 tons thrust.
- Wing Span: 9.13 m
- Length: 14.36 m
- Maximum Speed: 2.2 Mach
- Service Ceiling: 50,000 ft
