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The F-14D(R) Tomcat is a supersonic, twin-engine, variable sweep-wing, two-place strike fighter manufactured by Grumman Aircraft Corporation. The multiple tasks of navigation, target acquisition, electronic counter measures (ECM), and weapons employment are divided between the pilot and the radar intercept officer (RIO). Primary missions include; precision strike against ground targets, air superiority, and fleet air defense.
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This object is on display in the Boeing Aviation Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
Computer controlled Wings
Computer controlled Wings
The onboard computer system (Central Air Data Computer) changed the wing design depending on the current travelling speed of the aircraft. The wings would move between a 20 degree to 68 degree sweep.
The computer system chose the most efficient based on speed and altitude.
A U.S. Navy team from VF-31 - the Tomcatters - wing it on the Museum's F-14 Tomcat, painting and helping the Museum preserve the aircraft
Live chat with Chris Browne
Live chat with Chris Browne
Chris Browne, the National Air and Space Museum's Deputy Director, also happens to be a graduate of the U.S. Navy's "Top Gun" Fighter Weapon School. Chris answered questions about his career as a Naval flight officer flying F-14 Tomcats and helping run one of the most visited museums in the world.
For more on the Grumman F-14D(R) Tomcat, look at our page here.
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