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Here's Why Fighter Jets Like The F-14 Have A Two-Seat Cockpit
The F-14 fighter jet has been one of the most recognizable aircraft in the U.S. Navy since "Top Gun" hit theaters in May of 1986. Dubbed the "Tomcat," that jet was the fighter of choice for Pete ...
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The F-14 Tomcat Fighter Question Explained in 3 Words
Retired Too Early? The F-14 Tomcat is one of the most iconic fighter jets in aviation history, largely due to its prominent ...
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How Iran Flies the F-14 Tomcat Like in Top Gun: Maverick
The F-14 Tomcat, a legendary U.S. Navy fighter jet, remains in service with Iran decades after its introduction. Originally ...
Afterburning Turbofans: A Closer Look At The Unique Engineering Of The F-111 Aardvark & F-14 Tomcat's Engines
Afterburning turbofan engines have primarily been used in fighter jets, as they allow for supersonic flight, combat maneuvers ...
Why The US Navy's Super Tomcat 21 F-14 Fighter Jet Upgrades Never Happened
The USN cutting-edge Super Tomcat 21 was primed to excel—but budget cuts and new priorities left it grounded in favor of the ...
F-15 Vs F-15E: How Are The Two Fighter Jets Different?
The F-15 Eagle has been around since the 1970s, first entering service for the Air Force in '74. It's an admirable aircraft ...