AWESOME: Air Superiority Profiles the F-15 Eagle as a Flagship Fighter

The F-15 Eagle is a testament to America's engineering prowess and aviation prowess, renowned throughout the world for its extraordinary performance and capabilities. Selected by McDonnell Douglas (now part of Boeing) in the early 1970s, the F-15 has cemented its place as one of the most successful and versatile fighter jets in history.
The origins of the F-15 Eagle date back to the late 1960s when the United States Air Force was looking for a new flagship fighter jet to address emerging threats. McDonnell Douglas won the contract in December 1969, and the development process began immediately.