Section I: Description and Operation
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The Aircraft
1-3
Engine and Afterburner
1-3
Air Inlet System
1-29
Fuel System
1-38
Air Refueling System
1-46
Fuel Heat Sink System
1-48
Fuel Pressurization and Vent System
1-48
Electrical Supply System
1-50
Hydraulic Power Supply System
1-56
Landing Gear and Ventral Fin System
1-59
Nosewheel Steering System
1-62
Wheel Brake System
1-63
Drag Chute System
1-65
Flight Control System
1-65
Automatic Flight Control System
1-70
Stability Augmentation System
1-71
Autopilot
1-75
Mach Trim System
1-79
Pitot-Static System
1-80
Air Data Computer
1-80
Integrated Instrument System
1-82
Standby Instruments
1-96
Communications and Avionics Equipment
1-98
Windshield
1-110
Canopies
1-110
Rear View Periscope
1-113
Lighting Equipment
1-114
Environmental Control System
1-115
Life Support Systems
1-123
Emergency Escape System
1-127
Emergency Equipment
1-137