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Eurofighter Typhoon

Lift typeFixed wing
Construction typeFactory-built
Control typePiloted
Engine typeTurbofan
ApplicationFighter
Final assembly Munich
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Multi-role aircraft developed and manufactured by a consortium of European countries.

Aircraft is constructed of Carbon Fibre Composites (CFC) 70% (fuselage, wings, fairings and fin); metals 15% (leading-edge flaps, canards, exhaust nozzle fairings and canopy surrounds; Glass Reinforced Plastics (GRP) 12% (nose radome, inboard leading edge and fin tip); other materials 3% (fin base and leading edge, rudder trailing edge, canopy fairings, outboard flaperons and wingtip pods). Two Eurojet EJ200 engines are adjacently positioned in the rear fuselage. Delta wings are low and tailless.

Sensors provide enhanced situational awareness including Pirate infrared sensor for simultaneously detecting and tracking moving targets, Captor-M sensor for air-to-air and air-to-surface data links and multiple navigation aids.

Single or twin seated pilot(s) are seated in a glass cockpit with all-around vision and Hand-on-Throttle-and-Stick controls (HOTAS). Other cockpit features include a wide angle head up display (HUD), 3 colour multi function head down displays (MHDD) and a Helmet Mounted Symbology System (HMSS).

Type variants

Variant Launch/First flight Production end  
Eurofighter Typhoon 1995 / 1994 Multirole, supersonic fighter; comes in standard single-seat, or two-seat conversion configuration.

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Supply chain

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Design Design Software (1)
Materials Coatings (2) Composites (5) Non-metal Materials (1)
Components Active Electronic Components (1) Actuation (5) Bearings (1) Electrical Components (2) Electrical/Electronic Connectors (2) Fasteners (3) Lighting (4) Mechanical Components (5) Mechanical Connectors (1) Non-Mechanical Components (3) Passive Electronic Components (1) Sensors, Transducers & Detectors (1) Structural Components (10) Valves (3) Windows & Glass (1)
Airframe Systems Airframe Assemblies (10) Cabin Interiors (1) Crew Seating (1) Environmental Systems (1) Fluid Power (6) Landing Assemblies (9) Weapons Systems (15)
Avionics Avionic Components (2) Communications (Airborne) (2) Flight and Data Management (7) Imaging and Visual Systems (1) Indicators and Instruments (5) Navigation Aids (Airborne) (2) Warning Systems (2)
Power Systems Auxiliary Power (1) Electrical Power Systems (4) Engine Components (6) Engines (1) Fuel Systems (5) Power Transmission (3)
Production Computer Integrated Manufacturing (1) Handling Equipment (1) Heat Treatment (1) Inspection Equipment (1) Machining (3) Manufacturing Services (3) Measurement (1) Metal Processes (1) Metal Removing (1) Processes (1) Production Equipment (1) Sheet Metal Processes (1) Surface Treatment (1) Technical Consultants (1) Tooling (1) Tools (2)
Testing Aircraft Operations (1) Test Equipment (5) Test Services (2)
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Design / Design Software

Cascade Engineering Analysis Computer-aided Simulation: Conducted dynamic computer simulation analysis for fin mounted antenna

Materials / Coatings

AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings Analysis | News Paints: Chromated and non-chromated primers, non-slip topcoats, reflective and chemical agent resistant products
Chemetall, part of BASF Analysis Corrosion Inhibitors: Corrosion protection

Materials / Composites

Airbus - Illescas Analysis Composite Structures: Empennage and aft fuselage
BAE Systems plc Analysis | News Subcontracted Composite Parts: Carbon fibre composite components & skins
Hexcel Composites Analysis Carbon-reinforced Composites: Carbon fibers, structural adhesives, honeycombs, prepregs, sandwich panels and reinforcement fabrics
Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace AS Analysis Subcontracted Composite Parts: Load carrying composites structures
Rockwood Composites Ltd Analysis | News Subcontracted Composite Parts: Parts for decoy launch systems (Eurofighter Typhoon)

Materials / Non-metal Materials

PPG Aerospace Sealants & Coatings Analysis | News Fluoroelastomer Sealants: Sealant caps

Components / Active Electronic Components

Excalibur Systems, Inc Analysis Printed Circuit Boards: EXC-3900 interface board for avionics test and simulation applications

Components / Actuation

CESA / Heroux Devtek Spain Analysis Hydraulic Actuators: Foreplane actuator, landing gear door actuators; EJ200 engine VIGV master & slave actuators & nozzle actuators
Collins Aerospace, Actuation Systems Analysis Mechanical Actuators: Flap/slat actuation and control system
Elektro-Metall Export Analysis Rotary Actuators: Brake parachute lock/release unit actuators
Liebherr-Aerospace Lindenberg GmbH Analysis | News Hydraulic Actuators: Primary flight control actuators
Secondo Mona SpA Analysis Hydraulic Actuators: Hydraulic actuators

Components / Bearings

Rexnord Industries, LLC Analysis Bearings: Seals & bearings

Components / Electrical Components

Elektro-Metall Export Analysis Wire Harnesses: Emergency power unit wiring harness
Rotastat Analysis Filament Wound Structures: Wire wound components & rotor/stator winding

Components / Electrical/Electronic Connectors

HiRel Connectors, Inc. Analysis Electrical & Electronic Connectors: Connectors, removal crimp and hermetic solder contacts
PEI-Genesis Analysis | News Electrical & Electronic Connectors: JN1003 multi-pin circular connectors

Components / Fasteners

Ateliers de la Haute Garonne AHG Analysis Solid Rivets: Aeronautical rivets
Avibank Mfg. Inc. Analysis Fasteners: Pins, bolts, fasteners & accessories
Ho-Ho-Kus, Inc. Analysis Fasteners: Clamps and fasteners, nuts, bolts & screws

Components / Lighting

Collins Aerospace, Interiors Analysis Aircraft Exterior Lighting Systems: Anti-collision lights
Collins Aerospace, Interiors, Lighting Systems Analysis Aircraft Exterior Lighting Systems: Dual colour strobe lights, landing/taxi lights, LED navigation lights, power supplies & cables
Diehl Aerospace GmbH Analysis | News Aircraft Interior Lighting Systems: Enhanced lighting controller for cockpit
ECE Analysis Aircraft Exterior Lighting Systems: External lighting

Components / Mechanical Components

M&I Materials Ltd Analysis | News Counterweights: Tungsten alloy parts including trim weights for the canard foreplane, ballast adjustment in the cockpit and centre of gravity positioning.
OVS Villella Srl Analysis Manifolds & Ducts:
Parker Aerospace - Stratoflex Products Analysis Disconnects: Hydraulic ground service quick disconnects
Rexnord Aerospace - Cartiseal Analysis Mechanical Seals: Contacting & non-contacting face and circumferential seals
Senior Aerospace - Bird Bellows Analysis Manifolds & Ducts: Fuel ducts

Components / Mechanical Connectors

KEC Limited Analysis Connector Protection Accessories: EMC backshells for standard circular, rectangular and 'D' type connectors, bulkhead glands and fittings, cable harnesses and conduit systems

Components / Non-Mechanical Components

Device Technologies Inc. Analysis | News Plastic Grommets: Spring-Fast wire protection composite grommet edging
G & O Springs Ltd Analysis Springs:
SL Engineering Ltd Analysis Tube Assemblies:

Components / Passive Electronic Components

API Delevan Inc. Analysis Inductors: Surface mount inductors

Components / Sensors, Transducers & Detectors

Collins Aerospace, Sensors & Integrated Systems Analysis Sensors/Transducers: Pitot probe; ice detectors; air data total air temperature sensors

Components / Structural Components

A. Abete Srl Analysis Precision Machined Parts: Bracket assembly, flange, link actuator assembly, hinge door, access door, rib assembly, lower and upper skin.
BAE Systems plc Analysis | News Aircraft Structural Components: Outboard and centreline pylons; Aircraft Structural Components: Centre fuse frames, wing-to-fuselage brackets
Kanfit Ltd Analysis Metal Structures: Metal parts
Leonardo Analysis | News Aircraft Structural Components: Wing pylons
LISI Aerospace Analysis Aircraft Structural Components:
Midland Aerospace Analysis Metal Structures: Components & assemblies for wing & fuselage
Otto Fuchs KG Analysis Metal & Alloy Forgings: Forgings
Premium AEROTEC GmbH Analysis | News Aircraft Structural Components: Aluminium fuselage ribs
TITAL GmbH Analysis | News Metal & Alloy Castings: Aluminium & titanium investment castings
Zollern GmbH & Co. KG Investment Casting Analysis Metal & Alloy Castings: Aluminium investment casting for fuel pump housing

Components / Valves

CESA / Heroux Devtek Spain Analysis Valves: Flapper check valves
Secondo Mona SpA Analysis Hydraulic System Valves: Pressure regulating valves
The Lee Company Analysis Solenoid Valves: ; Check Valves: ; Relief Valves: ; Hydraulic System Valves: ; Pressure Control Valves:

Components / Windows & Glass

Airframe Systems / Airframe Assemblies

Aercal Aerospace SA Analysis Fairings:
Airbus Defence & Space (Structures) Analysis Aircraft Control Surfaces: Flight control surfaces
Airbus Defence & Space Manching Analysis | News Fuselage Sections: Centre fuselage section; Wings: Right wing; Aircraft Control Surfaces: Flight control system
BAE Systems plc Analysis | News Fuselage Sections: Front fuselage including windshield & canopy; Stage 1 rear fuselage (for Alenia); Aircraft Control Surfaces: Fin & rudder; Aircraft Control Surfaces: Canards, dorsal fairing inboard flaperons
GKN Aerospace Transparency Systems Analysis Transparent Canopies: Rear-hinged, single piece canopy
Leonardo Aeronautics (Alenia) Analysis Wings: Left wing; wing pylons; Fuselage Sections: Rear fuselage
Liebherr-Aerospace Lindenberg GmbH Analysis | News Fly-by-Wire Systems: Fly-by-wire flight control system
Parker Meggitt Advanced Composites UK Analysis | News Radomes: Radome technology for Multi-Function Array radar system (via BAE Systems and Leonardo)
Premium AEROTEC GmbH Analysis | News Fuselage Sections: Fuselage midsections
Ultra Electronics Precision Control Systems Analysis Aircraft & Helicopter Controllers: Pilot sticktop; inboard & outboard throttle tops; undercarriage selector switch

Airframe Systems / Cabin Interiors

Collins Aerospace, Interiors Analysis Cabin Signage & Displays: Indicator & exit signs

Airframe Systems / Crew Seating

Martin-Baker Aircraft Co. Ltd. Analysis Ejector Seats: Mk 16A ejection seat

Airframe Systems / Environmental Systems

Ultra Electronics Precision Control Systems Analysis Vibration Damping Materials: Tuned vibration absorber system (TVAS)

Airframe Systems / Fluid Power

CESA / Heroux Devtek Spain Analysis Reservoirs: Coolanol reservoir for radar cooling system
Eaton Aerospace, Fluid Conveyance Division Analysis Fluid Conveyance Systems: Pumps, valves, level sensors, pressure switches, refuel/defuel manifolds, and couplings
Lee Products Ltd. Analysis Hydraulic Equipment: Fluid control components
Liebherr-Aerospace Lindenberg GmbH Analysis | News Hydraulic Pumps: Engine driven hydraulic pump; Hydraulic Filters: Filter package units
PTI Technologies Inc. Analysis Hydraulic Filters: Filtration systems
The Lee Company Analysis Hydraulic Filters: ; Hydraulic Systems Restrictors:

Airframe Systems / Landing Assemblies

CESA / Heroux Devtek Spain Analysis Aircraft Landing Gear: Nose wheel, torque tube, arrestor hook, main landing gear retraction unit
Diehl Aerospace GmbH Analysis | News Landing Gear Controls: Subunits for landing gear computer
Dunlop Aircraft Tyres Ltd. Analysis Tyres:
Liebherr-Aerospace Lindenberg GmbH Analysis | News Aircraft Landing Gear: Nose landing gear system; main landing gear side stays
MA Group (Magnaghi Aeronautica) Analysis Aircraft Landing Gear: Nose gear
Parker Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems Analysis Aircraft Wheels: ; Brake System Components: Brakes & braking system
Safran Landing Systems Analysis Aircraft Landing Gear: Main landing gear & nose landing gear
Secondo Mona SpA Analysis Aircraft Landing Gear: Nose landing gear telescopic locking stay & landing gear up-locks & door-locks
Ultra Electronics Precision Control Systems Analysis Landing Gear Controls: Landing gear control module (for Meggit ABS)

Airframe Systems / Weapons Systems

Aerea S.p.A. Analysis Stores Management Systems: Electro-mechanical control systems for external stores
BAE Systems Air Analysis | News Surveillance/Air Defense Radar: Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) European Common Radar System Mark 2 (ECRS Mk2) (with Leonardo)
Cobham Mission Systems Analysis | News Weapons Countermeasures: Chaff and Flare Defensive Aid Systems (Quadriga Tranche 4 Eurofighter Typhoon fleet)
General Dynamics UK Analysis Command, Control & Intelligence Systems: Armament control system; Weapons Countermeasures: Decoy dispenser I/F unit
HENSOLDT Sensors GmbH Analysis | News Weapons Countermeasures: Core components of PRAETORIAN DASS
Leonardo Analysis | News Surveillance/Air Defense Radar: Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) European Common Radar System Mark 2 (ECRS Mk2) (with BAE Systems) developing with Leonardo in Nerviano, Palermo and Campi Bizensio; Surveillance/Air Defense Radar: Design authority for ECRS Mk0 E-scan radar and ECRS Mk2 radar.
Leonardo Analysis | News Stores Management Systems: Twin missile & twin store carriers; Weapons Countermeasures: ECM pods
Leonardo Defence Electronics (Selex) Analysis | News Infrared Target Designators: PIRATE (Passive Infra-Red Airborne Tracking System); Surveillance/Air Defense Radar: CAPTOR multimode radar; Electronic Warfare Systems: Praetorian Defensive Aids Sub-Systems (DASS); Surveillance/Air Defense Radar: ECRS Mk1 e-scan radar antenna, APSC (Antenna Power Supply & Control) and processor modules, and development of wideband capabilities with Leonardo in Nerviano, Edinburgh and Palermo
Leonardo Electronics Analysis | News Surveillance/Air Defense Radar: ECRS Mk1 e-scan radar antenna, APSC (Antenna Power Supply & Control) and processor modules, and development of wideband capabilities with Leonardo in Edinburgh, Campi Bisenzio and Palermo
Leonardo Electronics - Palermo Analysis | News Surveillance/Air Defense Radar: ECRS Mk1 e-scan radar antenna, APSC (Antenna Power Supply & Control) and processor modules, and development of wideband capabilities with Leonardo in Nerviano, Edinburgh and Campi Bisenzio
MBDA UK Analysis | News Missiles: Sotromshadow/Scalp conventionally armed stand off air-to-ground long range missile; Meteor Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM)
Raytheon Company Missile Systems Analysis Missiles: AMRAAM missiles; Bombs: Paveway IV weapon system
Thales Optronics (Bury St Edmunds) Limited Analysis Infrared Target Designators: PIRATE passive infra-red airborne target tracking system
Ultra Electronics Intelligence & Communications Analysis Laser Targeting Systems: Litening laser targeting pods
Ultra Electronics Precision Control Systems Analysis Ordnance Handling Equipment: HiPPAG airborne compressor for missile infrared seeker cooling & munitions ejection

Avionics / Avionic Components

Herley Industries Inc. Analysis | News Microwave Components: Integrated microwave assembly for CAPTOR radar
Spectrum Control Analysis | News Microwave Components: RF/microwave & microelectronics

Avionics / Communications (Airborne)

General Dynamics UK Analysis Radio Communications Equipment: Communication audio management unit
Rohde & Schwarz Analysis | News Transceivers: VHF/UHF airborne transceivers for secure voice and data transmission

Avionics / Flight and Data Management

Collins Aerospace, Avionics Division Analysis | News Cockpit Video Displays: Large Area Display
Diehl Aerospace GmbH Analysis | News Automatic Flight Control Systems: Flight control computer for fly-by-wire system
GE Aviation Systems Analysis Flight Recorders: Direct Voice Inout (DVI)
GE Aviation, Digital & Electrical Power Analysis Cockpit Video Displays: 3 Multifunction head down colour CRT displays (MHDD)
General Dynamics UK Analysis Onboard Computers: Attack & navigation computer
HENSOLDT Sensors GmbH Analysis | News Onboard Computers: Electronic core components
Moog Controls (UK) Analysis Automatic Flight Control Systems: Primary flight controls

Avionics / Imaging and Visual Systems

HENSOLDT Sensors GmbH Analysis | News Reconnaissance Radar: Development of new radar system, ECRS Mk1 radar based on AESA (Active Electronically Scanned Array) technology

Avionics / Indicators and Instruments

Autoflug GmbH & Co. Analysis Fuel Quantity Indicators: Fuel level sensors
BAE Systems Electronic Systems Analysis Head-Up Displays: LiteWave HUD
BAE Systems plc Analysis | News Helmet-Mounted Displays (HMD): Helmet mounted symbology system
Collins Aerospace, Air Management (Nord-Micro) Analysis Air Data Computers: Air data computers and air inlet controls
GE Aviation Systems Avionics Analysis Radar/Radio Altimeters: Mission data loader and radar altimeter

Avionics / Navigation Aids (Airborne)

Northrop Grumman Italia S.p.A. Analysis | News Inertial Components & Systems: Fibre-optical gyro inertial navigation system & GPS receiver
Northrop Grumman LITEF GmbH Analysis | News Inertial Components & Systems: Inertial measurement units

Avionics / Warning Systems

BAE Systems Systems & Equipment Analysis Terrain Awareness and Warning Systems: TERPROM and ground proximity warning
Collins Aerospace, Interiors, Lighting Systems Analysis Acoustic Horns: Warning horn

Power Systems / Auxiliary Power

Honeywell Aerospace, Engines & Systems Analysis Auxiliary Power Units: GTCP-36-170 APU

Power Systems / Electrical Power Systems

Crane Aerospace & Electronics Analysis Airborne Electrical Power Supplies: Power management & distribution systems and auto-transformer rectifier units
Eaton (Martek Power) Analysis Power Conversion Equipment: DC/DC power converters
Leonardo Aeronautics (Alenia) Analysis Airborne Electrical Power Supplies: Secondary power generation
Tekdata Interconnections Ltd Analysis | News Cable Assemblies: Loom assemblies

Power Systems / Engine Components

Aerotech Herman Nelson, Inc. Analysis Engine Preheaters: Portable heaters
ITP Aero (Industria de Turbo Propulsores) Analysis | News Engine Housings: Design & manufacture of front jet pipe casing, turbine exit case, Con-Di nozzle, external dressings for EJ200 engines
Leonardo Analysis | News Engine Parts: Titanium engine cowlings
LISI Aerospace Analysis Engine Parts:
Safran Power Units Analysis Air Start Systems: Starting systems for EJ200 engine and microturbo designs
Triumph Integrated Systems - Electronics & Control - West Hartford Analysis Engine Controls: Engine control system

Power Systems / Engines

Eurojet Turbo GmbH Analysis | News Turbofan Engines: (EJ200 - Eurofighter Typhoon - EJ200 )

Power Systems / Fuel Systems

BAE Systems plc Analysis | News Fuel Tanks & Systems: Centre fuse spine fuel tank
Collins Aerospace, Engine Components Analysis Fuel Nozzles:
Diehl Aerospace GmbH Analysis | News Fuel Control Systems: Fuel computer
Eaton Ltd Analysis Fuel Pumps: Fuel pumps & valves
Secondo Mona SpA Analysis Fuel Pumps: Fuel pumps and fuel valves

Power Systems / Power Transmission

BMT Aerospace USA Analysis Gears & Assemblies: Gearbox assemblies & gears
Collins Aerospace, Power & Controls - Engine Components Analysis Shafts & Shaft Assemblies: Power take off shaft
Liebherr-Aerospace Lindenberg GmbH Analysis | News Gearboxes: AMAD Gearbox

Production / Computer Integrated Manufacturing

Production / Handling Equipment

Didsbury Engineering Co Ltd Analysis Hoists: Portable hoists

Production / Heat Treatment

Aercal Aerospace SA Analysis Heat Treatment: ; Stress Relieving:

Production / Inspection Equipment

Blum-Novotest GmbH Analysis | News Precision Measurement Equipment: TC54-10 touch probe

Production / Machining

Aercal Aerospace SA Analysis Machining Services: ; Milling:
MTorres Disenos Industriales S.A. Analysis Milling: Milling systems with flexible tooling
Regal Precision Engineering Ltd. Analysis Turning: Turning & milling components

Production / Manufacturing Services

Airbus Defence & Space Manching Analysis | News Final Assembly: Final assembly of German & Spanish aircraft
BAE Systems plc Analysis | News Final Assembly: Final assembly of UK aircraft
MTU Aero Engines Analysis | News Final Assembly: Final assembly of EJ200 engines for German Air Force

Production / Measurement

ATS Applied Tech Systems Ltd. Analysis Optical Measurement Equipment: Fastener hole diameter measurement using portable measuring equipment & Portable DataMyte Data Collectors. QuantumSPC software for SPC analysis and reporting. (for BAE)

Production / Metal Processes

BAE Systems Air Analysis | News Additive Manufacturing: 3D printed components including the environmental cooling system

Production / Metal Removing

Aercal Aerospace SA Analysis Chemical Milling:

Production / Processes

Aercal Aerospace SA Analysis Laser Cutting:

Production / Production Equipment

Komax Laselec SA Analysis Marking Equipment: Cable & wire laser marking equipment

Production / Sheet Metal Processes

Aercal Aerospace SA Analysis Bending: ; Deburring: ; Forming: ; Stamping:

Production / Surface Treatment

Aercal Aerospace SA Analysis Anodizing Services: ; Paint Application: ; Passivation:

Production / Technical Consultants

Cascade Engineering Analysis Technical/Eng/Scientific Studies: Correlated dynamic computer simulation with physical test data for fin mounted antenna

Production / Tooling

MTorres Disenos Industriales S.A. Analysis Laser Tooling: Laser scribers with flexible tooling; Jigs & Fixtures: Assembly jigs

Production / Tools

Lomas Engineering Limited Analysis Cutting Tools: Special drills and cutting tools
Omega Technologies, Inc. Analysis Insertion/Removal Tools: Fastener installation & removal tools; hole drilling & preparation tools

Testing / Aircraft Operations

Intercomp Company Analysis Scales: Wireless weighing system for flight test system

Testing / Test Equipment

Elimco Aerospace Analysis Test Benches: PDU test bench
HBK - Hottinger Bruel & Kjaer UK Analysis | News Vibration Analysis: Environmental noise modelling
Moog Analysis Test Equipment: Electro-mechanical and hydro-mechanical control systems
TechSAT GmbH Analysis Test Benches: Turn-key portable or stationary analyzer and simulation systems to large-scale, high-end, modular, and configurable multi-rack System Integration Benches (SIBs); special to type test equipment; FADEC test systems
Test-Fuchs GmbH Analysis Hydraulic Test Equipment: Test equipment for hydraulic components; Pneumatic Test Equipment: Test equipment for pneumatic components; Electric/Electronic Test Equipment: Test equipment for electric components; Fuel Test Equipment: Test equipment for fuel components

Testing / Test Services

CT Ingenierie Analysis Testing Services: Structural analysis and justification of root rib resistance
Konrad Technologies UK Analysis Testing Services: Aerospace test system KT-6000, PAUL
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