F-14 Tomcat: Grumman's "Top Gun" from Vietnam to the Persian Gulf

by David F. Brown

Overview

It has been said that “bombers make history; fighters make movies.” In the case of the Grumman F-14 Tomcat, both are true. It made history as a fleet defender, reconnaissance platform, and strike fighter. The Tomcat was also featured in such Hollywood classics as Top Gun, The Final Countdown, and Executive Decision, followed by television appearances on JAG. This new illustrated look at the iconic Tomcat features a concise, detailed look at its design and construction, followed by its service in the US Navy from 1975 to 2006. Also covered is a rare look at its use by the Imperial Iranian Air Force, and continued use by the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force. All USN units that flew the Tomcat are featured, including squadron patches, markings, and nose art. Combat operations are discussed, including aerial combat over Libya, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Part of the Legends of Warfare series.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780764356629
Publisher:	Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
Publication date:	03/28/2019
Series:	Legends of Warfare: Aviation , #11
Pages:	128
Sales rank:	1,047,832
Product dimensions:	9.10(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

David Brown has written numerous aviation-related articles and authored or coauthored five aviation books. David resides in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania, with his wife, Christina.

Editorial Reviews

When a request for the history of a specific Tomcat comes from a museum or individual, David Brown is there with the most extensive library of images and related history. He has truly earned his title of “Mr. Tomcat.”

David “Hey Joe” Parsons
2000+ Hours F-14A/B Tomcat

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