Perhaps the F-14 Tomcat’s most revered capability was its long range of approximately 1,600 miles. Two Pratt & Whitney engines providing more than 20,000 pounds of static thrust powered the platform.
Despite the Tomcat’s retirement from U.S. service in 2006, Iran continues to operate 24 of the aircraft. Known for its speed, agility, and long-range AIM-54 Phoenix missiles, the F-14 remains iconic ...