Grumman F-14 Tomcat

30 Nov 2025 · © Unknown

The F-14’s instantly recognizable swing wings and colorful tail markings indicate a famous squadron; likely a museum display, possibly USS Intrepid in New York based on the skyline.

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Aircraft

F-14 Tomcat F14

Historic US Navy Fighter Squadron livery (VF-84 'Jolly Rogers')

Airline

United States Navy

Manufacturer

Grumman

Insights

Aviation History

The F-14 Tomcat was the US Navy’s primary maritime air superiority fighter from 1974–2006. Famous for variable geometry wings and 'Top Gun' fame.

Fleet Rarity

Retired from US service—only operational with Iran. Most preserved examples are in museums/carriers.

Record Flights

Set speed and range records for carrier-borne fighters; used in first long-range air-to-air Phoenix missile shots.

Safety & Events

Appeared in the 1986 film Top Gun; several famous real-world intercepts and dogfights, especially in the Iran-Iraq war.

Future Outlook

Retired from service, preserved as museum piece.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney TF30 or General Electric F110

Engine

19.54 meters (spread)

Wingspan

18.62 meters

Length

3,200 km

Range

900 km/h (Mach 0.9); max speed Mach 2.34

Speed

2 (crew: pilot and RIO)

Capacity

33,724 kg

MTOW

4.88 meters

Height

2 × 20,900 lbf (93 kN) with afterburner (F110 engines)

Thrust

Not classified civilian, but 110+ dB jet noise at takeoff

Noise

Exact squadron/tail confirmation is based on visible cues; registration not shown.