Summary and Key Points: The General Dynamics F-111 Aardvark was a multi-role aircraft designed to meet the U.S. Department of Defense's need for a versatile aircraft for various missions.

The General Dynamics' F-111 Aardvark, also known as "Pig," is one of the most effective military jets ever created. The F-111 was retired by the U.S. Air Force in 1998. The F-111 was created in ...

The F-111 Aardvark ... would become the F-111. Nicknamed for its long-nose and low-level terrain-following abilities, the “Aardvark” was designed by manufacturer General Dynamics.