Grumman F-14A Tomcat ‘Black Knights’ Lightning II Last Ditch Defense

Last Ditch Defense

Length: 143mm

The folded canvas roof cover also provides the model with great realism

A jig helps recreate upper run 'sag

Grumman F-14A Tomcat ‘Black Knights’ Lightning II Last Ditch DefenseEver since its first flight in 1970, the F 14 Tomcat has been one of the top air defense fighters. From 1990, in addition to its role as an interceptor, the F 14A, noted for its long range and superior weapons systems was designated as an air to ground strike plane. With this new role, the Tomcat was fitted with a new weapons arsenal. Since 1996, the F 14A employs the AN AAQ 14 targeting pod, referred to as the LANTIRN. This targeting pod gives the F