Grumman F14A Tomcat

Grumman F14A Tomcat: A two seat carrier borne interceptor. By any yardstick, the F14 Tomcat is well qualified to lay claim to being one of the world's most potent interceptor. The mission of the F14 is simple, protect the carrier. Maximum speed for the Tomcat is 1,564 mph. The disposable armament for the F14 is typically four AIM-54 missiles for long range, 2 AIM-7 Sparrow missiles for medium range, and 2 AIM-9 Sidewinder short range air-to-air missiles. Oh yes, it also carries a 20-mm multi-barrel cannon for close-in knife fights.