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The US Navy is conducting Operation Epic Fury as of March 13, 2026, deploying F/A-18 Super Hornets and F-35C fighters to dismantle Iranian nuclear and military infrastructure. The operation targets Iran's air defenses, nuclear facilities, and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' capabilities.

The Super Hornet, known for its maintenance efficiency and cost-effectiveness, has been a key component of the Navy's air strike packages. The operation involves three Carrier Strike Groups, with F/A-18s engaging in continuous operations, resulting in several thousand targets struck. The Super Hornet's design allows it to be operational into the 2040s.