The F-14 Tomcat, a renowned aircraft celebrated in the 'Top Gun' films, remains operational only in Iran after being retired by the US Navy. Amid increasing hostilities, Israel has targeted Iran's F-14s as part of its military operations focusing on the nation's nuclear and missile capabilities. Originally acquired from the US before the Iranian Revolution, these aircraft have faced significant difficulties in operational maintenance due to sanctions. The Israeli military recently released footage of strikes that destroyed two F-14s, emphasizing the aircraft's role in regional military dynamics.
Israel has been blowing some of them up lately as it targets Iran's military capabilities and nuclear and missile programs.
Once allies, the US sold F-14s to Iran in the mid-1970s, before revolution upended relations and support.
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