How to spot it
A twin-engine swing-wing fighter with two widely spaced fins, a tandem cockpit and boxy intakes either side of the fuselage.
Often confused with
Panavia Tornado
The F-14 has twin tails; the Tornado has one big fin.
Grumman F-14 Tomcat vs Panavia Tornado: side by sideDid you know
The F-14's wings swing forward for slow flight and back for speed.
Details
| Maker | Grumman |
|---|---|
| Type | Military aircraft |
| ICAO code | F14 |
| First flight | 1970 |
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