F-14A Status Report: Operational Capabilities, Program Accomplishments, and Cost
740842
02/01/1974
- Event
- Content
- The first two F-14A fighter squadrons have deployed to the Pacific area 5-3/4 years from contract signing. The entire weapon system of the F-14A has been completely demonstrated. Phoenix missiles have intercepted Foxbat, multiple-target, Backfire, and cruise-missile targets. F-14As have demonstrated outstanding maneuverability both subsonically and supersonically. The F-14A is the first Navy fighter which possesses the same maneuvering and operating envelope.Five F-14A squadrons are operational with Marine and Iranian F-14As under construction. F-14A aircraft are being maintained with less maintenance man-hours and fewer personnel than the F4J Phantom. F-14A costs are predictable, due to a long production outlook and annual buys.
- Pages
- 12
- Citation
- Pelehach, M., "F-14A Status Report: Operational Capabilities, Program Accomplishments, and Cost," SAE Technical Paper 740842, 1974, https://doi.org/10.4271/740842.