: Remained the backbone of the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force (IRIAF) following the Iran-Iraq War, where it achieved over 130 confirmed kills.
: Mach 2.34 (1,544 mph) at high altitude, significantly faster than modern counterparts like the F/A-18. Grumman F-14 Tomcat ('90)
: The only fighter capable of carrying this 100-mile long-range missile, designed to intercept Soviet bombers. : Remained the backbone of the Islamic Republic
: The F-14D featured General Electric F110 engines, replacing the troublesome TF30s. This provided 30% more thrust and eliminated the need for afterburners during carrier launches. : The F-14D featured General Electric F110 engines,
to optimize lift for takeoff, cruising, or supersonic flight.
: Earned the nickname "Bombcat" in the 90s after being equipped with the LANTIRN pod for precision laser-guided bombing. 🌍 Global Service Status ('90)
: Integrated glass cockpits and improved IRST (Infrared Search and Track) systems for passive target detection. ⚔️ Performance & Armament