Being one of the most formidable strike & strategic fighters in history. Also how much thats been invested into the program. There would be a couple squadrons in reserve on station in defense of the nations capitol. Even for nostalgia's sake, at least have a few examples for the Air & Space museum.
2007-11-24 10:15:25 · 5 answers · asked by somber_pieces 6 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
I was an Avionics Tech on F-14's in the Naval Reserve. It was an awesome bird that could lock on to more targets at one time than an F-18. But just like everything else, it's time has came and went. I'm sure you'll see them in museums and flying in other countries.
2007-11-24 10:25:19 · answer #1 · answered by Ruben R 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The fleet has been grounded and sensitive radar and targeting systems have been removed and destroyed to prevent countries such as Iran from obtaining replacement parts. (this was in the news within the past couple months) You can still find F-14's in flight museums. I recently saw one in Alabama...along with an A-12 (predecessor of the SR-71 Blackbird) Very cool!
2007-11-24 10:31:55 · answer #2 · answered by Jason L 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
N O, Some have been sent to the Air National Guard and Reserves. Some have been mothballed and sent to foreign countries, friendly to the US!! Go to http://www.military.com and click
on the link US Military aircraft or US Air Force, US Navy and that may be some help!!!!!
2007-11-24 10:34:19 · answer #3 · answered by Vagabond5879 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, only a certain model was grounded. They are still around, but are being phased out slowly. The AF is counting every penny to fund these expensive aircraft, i think they call um the F22 raptors. They are supposed to be good or something. lol
2007-11-24 10:55:19 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I do not believe that they have. To the best of my knowledge this aircraft is still in service. Military.com would be a site to ask, or the Navy itself.
2007-11-24 10:23:11 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋