Grumman (now Northrop Grumman) F-14 Tomcat

01 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

This aircraft is displayed indoors with informational signage, highlighting its history, and is no longer in active service.

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Aircraft

F-14 Tomcat F14

US Navy standard grey (museum display, retired)

Manufacturer

Grumman (now Northrop Grumman)

Gear

iPhone

Insights

Aviation History

The Grumman F-14 Tomcat is one of the most iconic U.S. Navy fleet defense interceptors and fighter-bombers ever built. Famously featured in the film 'Top Gun', it served from the 1970s to the 2000s and was renowned for its variable-sweep wings and twin tails.

Fleet Rarity

Retired from U.S. Navy service; now museum pieces with only ~70 airframes preserved worldwide. Iran is the sole active operator.

Record Flights

Notable for fast intercept roles and Cold War patrols, as well as combat service in the Gulf of Sidra, Operation Desert Storm, and others.

Safety & Events

Has participated in high-profile missions including air-to-air combat and reconnaissance over hostile territory. Famous for its use by Iran, which still operates the type.

Future Outlook

Retired from U.S. Navy; most examples preserved in museums, a few in Iran remain operational.

Specifications

2 x Pratt & Whitney TF30 or General Electric F110 (model dependent)

Engine

19.54 m (spread), 11.58 m (swept)

Wingspan

19.13 m

Length

3,200 km

Range

850 km/h; max speed 2,485 km/h (Mach 2.34)

Speed

2 crew (pilot and Radar Intercept Officer)

Capacity

33,724 kg

MTOW

4.88 m

Height

TF30: 20,900 lbf (93 kN) each with afterburner; F110: 27,000 lbf (120 kN) each with afterburner

Thrust

Not publicly rated; military type

Noise

Museum display means serial numbers or actual operational details may not be visible; some specifications may vary by variant.