The F-14 Tomcat is a legendary two-seat, supersonic fighter jet developed by Grumman for the US Navy. The Tomcat entered service in the 1970s and became particularly well-known for its carrier operations and air superiority fighter role. A particularly distinctive feature of the F-14 is its variable geometry: the aircraft's wings can tilt during flight to provide optimal handling characteristics depending on speed and maneuver.

It was armed with long-range air-to-air missiles such as the AIM-54 Phoenix and was distinguished by its high speed, maneuverability, and powerful target tracking radar technology. The Tomcat gained fame through its use in military conflicts and also through the film Top Gun , which featured the aircraft prominently.