How Iran got the F-14 Tomcat and kept it flying for decades
Iran's air force had various aircraft, including some from the US. The F-14 Tomcat, a US Navy icon, was among them. This aircraft's presence in Iran is a result of past purchases.
In the past, Iran bought American fighters, including the Tomcat. Further details about the F-14's history and its use by Iran's air force are available from Task & Purpose.
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