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The F-14 Tomcat’s Engine Nightmare
Summary and Key Points: The F-14 Tomcat, the U.S. Navy’s iconic air ... the true turning point came with the introduction of ...
Tomcat retired despite its advanced design? Could it still serve in today’s military, or was it outpaced by newer technology?
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 ...
In the 1970s, the U.S. was seeking export customers for its new, versatile fighter, the F-14 Tomcat. Grumman, the plane’s manufacturer, reached out to Canada, Germany, and Japan, among other ...