F14 Tomcat

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#shorts #trending • The F-14 Tomcat is an iconic fighter aircraft designed by Grumman and entered into service with the U.S. Navy in the 1970s. It is especially known for its speed, maneuverability, and long-range engagement capabilities. Featuring twin engines and variable-geometry wings, this aircraft was developed to perform effectively in both air-to-air combat and reconnaissance or strike missions. One of the most significant features of the F-14 is its ability to carry AIM-54 Phoenix missiles and engage multiple targets simultaneously. This capability made it an unmatched air superiority platform during the Cold War. Additionally, with a two-person crew consisting of a pilot and a radar operator, it excelled in maintaining superior coordination during long missions. The Tomcat became a global aviation icon, particularly after being featured in the movie Top Gun. Although retired by the U.S. Navy in 2006, it remains in active service in countries like Iran. The F-14 is regarded as a masterpiece of engineering and has solidified its place in aviation history. Technical Specifications of the F-14 Tomcat Manufacturer: Grumman Aerospace Corporation Role: Carrier-based multirole fighter aircraft Crew: 2 (Pilot and Radar Intercept Officer) Dimensions: Length: 62 ft 9 in (19.13 m) Wingspan: Swept Back: 38 ft 2.5 in (11.65 m) Extended: 64 ft 1 in (19.55 m) Height: 16 ft (4.88 m) Weight: Empty: 43,735 lbs (19,838 kg) Max Takeoff: 74,350 lbs (33,725 kg) Powerplant: 2 × Pratt Whitney TF30-P-414A turbofan engines (later upgraded to General Electric F110-GE-400 engines in the F-14B and F-14D models) Thrust: TF30 engines: 20,900 lbs (93.0 kN) with afterburner each F110 engines: 27,000 lbs (120 kN) with afterburner each Performance: Max Speed: Mach 2.34 (1,544 mph or 2,485 km/h) at altitude Combat Range: 500 nautical miles (926 km) Ferry Range: 1,600 nautical miles (2,963 km) Service Ceiling: 50,000 ft (15,240 m) Rate of Climb: 45,000 ft/min (229 m/s) Avionics: AN/AWG-9 radar in early models (later upgraded to AN/APG-71 in the F-14D) Advanced infrared tracking and targeting systems Armament: Guns: 1 × M61A1 Vulcan 20 mm rotary cannon (675 rounds) Missiles: AIM-54 Phoenix (long-range air-to-air) AIM-7 Sparrow (medium-range air-to-air) AIM-9 Sidewinder (short-range air-to-air) Bombs: Laser-guided and free-fall bombs in later upgrades Wing Design: Variable-sweep wings for optimal performance in different flight regimes

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