Why The US Navy Retired The F-14 Tomcat Fighter Jet
The Grumman F-14 Tomcat is probably the most recognizable fighter jet from the 20th century thanks to 1986's "Top Gun," ...
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An Iranian F-14 Tomcat Claims to Have Intercepted a U.S. Spy Drone
This alleged run-in between an Iranian F-14 and an American drone is not their first encounter. Iran’s armed forces remain on “high alert” after a U.S. spy drone allegedly flew near ...
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A Remote Control, Swing Wing F-14
Anyone can build a remote control airplane with a sheet of foam, some glue, and a handful of servos. Building an F-14, complete with the swing wing mechanism? [Thomas] found built one that’ll ...
Nineteen years ago, the Navy bid farewell to F-14 Tomcat, star of original 'Top Gun' movie
After 36 years of service, the U.S. Navy F-14 Tomcat was retired in September 2006. 13News Now was there at Naval Air Station ...
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The World’s First Microprocessor: F-14 Central Air Data Computer
When the Grumman F-14 Tomcat first flew in 1970, it was a marvel. With its variable-sweep wing, twin tail, and sleek lines, it quickly became one of the most iconic jet fighters of the era — and ...