9 December 2024

F-14 superiority in the 1981 Gulf of Syrte incident

In 1981, the Gulf of Syrte incident highlighted the superiority of the F-14 Tomcat over the Libyan Su-22, affirming the air power of the US Navy. On August 19, 1981, the Gulf of Sirte, off the coast of Libya, was the scene of a significant air confrontation between the USA and Libya. […]
9 April 2024

The F-14 Tomcat – from legend to Top Gun

Technical analysis of the F-14 Tomcat, its development, design, missions and comparison with its competitors. An overview of its heritage. Technical summary of the F-14 Tomcat The F-14 Tomcat, developed by Grumman, was one of the US Navy’s iconic fighters, serving from 1974 to 2006. With a wingspan of 19.54 meters in […]