Few machines have ever captured the spirit of American air power like the F-14 Tomcat. Sleek, menacing, and built for dominance, the Tomcat was more than just a fighter—it was an icon. From its first...
VF-213 Vertical Fighter Squadron F-14D Tomcat established on 22 June 1955 nickname the "BLACK LIONS." Engagements range from Operation Praying Mantis to Operation Iraqi Freedom, using a variety of...
The Tomcat on this patch is stitched with its wings swept all the way back, tucked in close to the fuselage, and the black triangle around it follows that same swept outline. The F-14's...
The Tomcat cat was drawn with two tails and a six-shooter on his left side, because the F-14 has twin vertical tails and carries its gun on the left side of the nose. Jim Rodriguez, a Grumman artist...