The F-14 Tomcat Story

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Focusing on the development and operational history of the F-14 Tomcat, this book explores its introduction as a replacement for the F-4 Phantom II in 1974. The Tomcat, notable for its use of TF30 engines and its status as the largest U.S. fighter deployed from an aircraft carrier, achieved its first combat success in 1981. It played significant roles in various military operations, including Desert Storm and Enduring Freedom, with a remarkable narrative of resilience, including a pilot rescue after combat loss. The F-14's legacy continues as it remains in service with Iran's Air Force.