We are starting work on the F/A-18CJ Crimson Hornet. It's just a base F/A-18C, with new made-in-Crimsonia Mitsubishi F209X Turbofan, as well as a larger capacity fuel tank, bring it's range to 1200nm. and a combat radius of 500nm, and a ferry range of 2000nm. Maximum speed will be around Mach 2. New radars and avionics will also be installed, but will be in the same configuration. Currently, we have 2 being upgraded to the F/A-18JX, which will provide the testbed for the new equipment.
Estimated testing will be done by the end of May with current-fleet upgrades to commence June 1, with a first of 20.