F-14 Tomcat: A Dual Engine, Naval Interceptor and Cold War Warrior
(Photo : Nathan Laird/U.S. Navy via Getty Images) The F-14 Tomcat is the swing-wing interceptor based on aircraft carriers launched by steam catapults. It was best as interceptors and best known for its specialty in firing long-range air-to-air missiles. F-14 Tomcat built for combat One of the best carrier-based fighters that feature the best technology in any aircraft in service during the Cold War. Used for air defense, intercept, strike, and reconnaissance missions, the two-seat fighter was developed for its specific role in naval aviation. It replaced the excellent F-4 Phantom fighter b...