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The Vault · 1998

iF-18E Super Hornet

The flight sim that teaches you humility before it teaches you to fly.
Released1998
Players1 Player
Windows 95/98Simulation
Flight SimulatorCarrier OpsRealisticTraining MissionsKeyboard Reference Card

iF-18E Super Hornet is a flight simulation developed by Digital Integration and published by Interactive Magic in 1998 for Windows 95/98. The game puts players in the cockpit of the F/A-18E Super Hornet, the U.S. Navy's carrier-based multirole fighter. It features a comprehensive training simulator, a dynamic campaign system, and realistic carrier operations. Players start as an Ensign and work their way up through combat missions, earning ranks and medals. The game includes both air-to-air and air-to-ground weapon systems, with detailed radar and avionics modeling. The training module covers carrier takeoffs and landings, missile employment, and emergency procedures. Missions can be flown day or night, and weather conditions affect visibility and aircraft performance. The game requires a joystick for proper control and includes a keyboard reference card. iF-18E Super Hornet was praised for its depth and realism but noted for its steep learning curve and lack of printed training checklists.

How to Play TodayYour options for running this game in 2026
Original Hardware
Original CD-ROMs can be found on eBay for around $10-20. Requires a Windows 95/98 PC with a CD-ROM drive. A joystick is strongly recommended.
Emulation / Other Options
No official emulation required; this is a Windows game. Use compatibility settings or a Windows 98 virtual machine on modern systems.