The
Grumman F-14 Tomcat is a supersonic, twin-engine, two-seat,
variable-sweep
winged aircraft. It was the United States Navy's primary
maritime air
superiority fighter, fleet defense interceptor and tactical
reconnaissance
platform from 1974 to 2006. In 1986, the F-14 was the main
aircraft
featured in the Tom Cruise film Top Gun, spawning a surge in
U.S. Navy
recruiting.
An
F-14 prepares
to launch from USS Enterprise, 1985.
The
F-14 Tomcat was designed as both an air superiority fighter
and a long-range
naval interceptor, it has a two seat cockpit with a canopy
that gives
all-round visibility. The Tomcat's defining feature is its
variable
geometry wings that swing automatically during flight; for
high-speed
intercept, they are swept back, and they then swing forward
again for
lower speed flight. It has a maximum speed of Mach 2.34 (1,544
mph)
at high altitude, and has a service ceiling of 50,000 ft.
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This incredible
jet aircraft
is equipped with an internal 20 mm M61 Vulcan
Gatling-type gun
mounted on the left side, and can carry AIM-54 Phoenix,
AIM-7
Sparrow, and AIM-9 Sidewinder anti-aircraft missiles.
Pictured
left:
An F-14 launches an AIM-7 Sparrow. |
Now
for the details on the F-14 Jolly Rogers which you can
fly!
Like all the planes in the Starmax range, the F-14 is finished
in the
factory to a high standard and represents an excellent replica
of the
real aircraft. But this one is special, not only does it look
like the
real McCoy but it shares most of the functionality of the real
thing
too. The variable geometry or swing-wings on this model jet
actually
work, as does the landing gear, thanks to its 6 channel
electronics.
You can control each position of the wings from fully open to
fully
retracted. How good does this jet look with the wings fully
retracted?!
Photo shows working swing wing of these Jolly Rogers
The
F-14 Jolly Rogers is an extremely high spec model; it features
twin
60mm EDF jets, twin ESCs and a massive 3200mAh battery, making
it very
quick.
This
model is an amazing 3D aerobatic aircraft, and capable of
incredible
speed. The twin engined punch that this plane packs allows it
to perform
a full aerobatic display: inside loops, outside loops, axial
rolls,
inverted flight, knife edge, stall turns, hammerheads, and
spins are
all possible. If you're really good you will be able to
perform the
famous 'Cobra Manoeuvre' with this Tomcat.
The
Cobra Manoeuvre
This
plane is 90% assembled and so only a few minutes of final
finishes are
needed before you can fly. Also everything you need is in the
box, apart
from 8 AA batteries, which you'll need to power the radio
contol transmitter.
**The
pictures on this site show it with missiles under the wings,
this design
has now changed and they no longer come with this model. New
photographs
will be uploaded ASAP**
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This Nitrotek jet comes with a 2.4G radio which means
the range
is longer and more stable plus you do not have to worry
about
interference from other fliers. It is also equipped with
a powerful
brushless motor, for the best performance. The plane is
made from
strong but lightweight foam that is more resistant to
crashes
and gives easier stable flight even in windy conditions.
This
aeroplane can take off from the ground or can be hand
launched. |
Specs
Wingspan:
1100mm
Length: 1086mm
Flying Weight: 1100-1300g
Radio System:2.4G 6Ch Tx and 6 Ch Rx
Twin 60mm ducted fan
Twin motor: Powerful 2430 outer runner brushless motor
Twin ESC: 45A ESC 5A UBEC
With variable sweep wing, retract system
Battery: 3200Mah, 11.1V.Li-Po
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Features
Pre-painted foam fuselage & wings
90% assembled
Pre-installed electrics
CAD engineering quality
Working swing wings
Retractable landing gear
Stunning paintwork
Twin 60mm electric ducted fans
State of the art components
2.4G Transmitter
Can perform amazing aerobatics
Powerful batteries
Approx 15min flight time
Range: 1000m
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