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Iraq never had any F-14s. The US NAVY retiring the F-14 had nothing to do with Iran also owning F-14s. The Iranian F-14As were lightyears behind in technology the F-14D and even BU. The F-14s had to have their wingboxes destroyed after retirement so that those sensitive parts would not end up on the black market. But the decision to retire the F-14 had nothing to do with that.

No Idea. Generally speaking ED tests everything.

made a full overview of all cockpit changes that come with the B(U) a while ago: Also the HUD is called the VDIGR not anything else. These are the Main B(U) upgrades: PTID: Programmable Tactical Display CDNU: Control Display Navigation Unit DFCS: Digital Flight Control System VDIG-R: Vertical Display Indicator Group Replacement (HUD) Only VF-143, VF-11, VF-103 and VF-32 got that towards the end. - Overall we will get: Multiple flight plans with upto 50 waypoints like in the hornet, though with much better functionality like showing airspaces and routes (plot lines) etc. All controled via CDNU and CAP. - Most Navigation functions are now handeled via CDNU with CAP serving as a quick command panel and still has all BITs and other miscellaneous items. - The tomcat now has an EGI (Blended INS / GPS) that means IFA (In flight Alignment) is possible - and no more annoying INS breaking. - Upto 20 waypoints can be designated as LANTIRN waypoints. Depressing the LANTRIN designate button for 2 seconds creates new LANTIRN waypoint. - Native Bullseye function. Any Waypoint can easily be designated as bullseye, with readouts on PTID, HSD in TID repeat and HUD. - Waypoints can be designated as GGW (GPS guided weapon) Target. JDAM can both be pre planned with LAR or TOO trough making a new waypoint with LANTIRN. - Weapons: B(U) carries all weapons that the B carried, with one noteable addition: The GBU-31. The GBU-31 is a 2000 pound weapon, essentally a Mk-84 body with the GPS guidance kit. The B(U) never carried ANY other GPS guided weapons - do not get your hopes up. Beyond this there is a lot more stuff that is found both with the VDIGR and the PTID. Lots of pages and functionality that will require skill to learn and also make the tomcat much easier to fly and fight. A lot of additions come with the VDIGR that make tomcat AA tactics easier to execute and that will make it much more clearer how the tomcat was meant to be fought. Overall a lot that I did not mention and a lot to look forward to!

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***VF-103 is looking for new Virtual Tomcat Pilots to enhance our ranks.*** We have a dedicated workup schedule taking the Air Wing from Basic Training, through Strike Fighter Weapons and Tactics into Tailored Ship's Training Availability. Our Naval Aviator Syllabus will first take you through your Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS) where you will learn the basics of flying the jet. That is formation flying, tactical formation flying and Carrier Qualification. As well as the basics of Laser Guided Bombing, BVR and BFM. After that, the wing transitions into Strike Fighter Weapons and Tactics (SFWT). After the wing has gone through its workup schedule we will deploy to the Mediterranean for our 2025 Cruise. If you are looking for a realistic Naval Aviation experience look no further. Being a Virtual Naval Aviator With VF-103 doesn't just mean you know how to startup, land the plane, shoot missiles, in VF-103 we execute real procedures and tactics to get the most out of the Tomcat. Here you will learn how to lead a plane, a crew, a section, a division or a Strike package into combat and come how with all objectives achieved and all planes accounted for. We debrief every flight, and get better every time we fly. If you enjoy Virtual Naval Aviation and an Organised Air Wing to be a part of, then join us now. We fly as realistically as possible whilst keeping a light-hearted attitude about it. We have a dedicated SNA (Pilot) and SNFO (RIO) Syllabus. You wanna learn how to Really Fly the Tomcat? JOIN US NOW! We fly every tuesday and thursday at 20:30 CET. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/kkyWJa7Fey or Check out our Website: https://www.virtualcvw17.com/ FRS only available for a limited time only, other terms and conditions apply, prepare for one hell of a ride. nullnullnull

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29th of March 1991 14:00L, the Aircraft of CVW-17 were landing at NAS Oceana, and thus concluded VF-74s first F-14A+ deployment. Within 8 months VF-74 would deploy again this time to the Mediterranean sea. Helmets were made by @_YaeSakura_- great thanks for those! Now Available on userfiles: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3339161/

Radar Intercept Officer VF-103 of vCVW-17 is looking for new Radar Intercept Officers The RIO is the fundamental element of the Tomcat, whilst the pilot flies the plane, the RIO communicates, navigates, uses the radar, builds Situational Awareness and so much more. Without a RIO the tomcat is nothing. The RIO is not just the support role in the backseat, he IS a vital part of the Tomcat. RIOs can make or break the plane; a good RIO can compensate for a bad pilot, whilst a good pilot cannot compensate for a bad RIO. VF-103 has developed a 9 flight syllabus to teach you the basics of being a RIO in a Mil-sim environment. If you've ever wanted to lead a plane, a crew, a section, a division or a Strike package into combat; vCVW-17 is the right place for you. If you enjoy Virtual Naval Aviation and an Organised Air Wing to be a part of, then join us now. We fly as realistically as possible whilst keeping a light-hearted attitude about it. We have a dedicated SNA (Pilot) and SNFO (RIO) Syllabus. We cover everything from Formation flying, CASE I Procedures, to Basic Radar Theory, Advanced Intercepts and BVR Timelines. You wanna learn how to Really Fly the Tomcat? JOIN US NOW! We fly every tuesday and thursday at 20:30 CET. After FRS Virtual Carrier Air Wing 17 will go through its workup schedule to then Deploy for its 2024 Cruise. Join our Disnullcord: https://discord.gg/kkyWJa7Fey

CVW-17 Flyoff ! Christmas time 2023 F-14 Bombcat!

Radar Intercept Officer VF-103 of vCVW-17 is looking for new Radar Intercept Officers The RIO is the fundamental element of the Tomcat, whilst the pilot flies the plane, the RIO communicates, navigates, uses the radar, builds Situational Awareness and so much more. Without a RIO the tomcat is nothing. The RIO is not just the support role in the backseat, he IS a vital part of the Tomcat. RIOs can make or break the plane; a good RIO can compensate for a bad pilot, whilst a good pilot cannot compensate for a bad RIO. VF-103 has developed a 9 flight syllabus to teach you the basics of being a RIO in a Mil-sim environment. If you've ever wanted to lead a plane, a crew, a section, a division or a Strike package into combat; vCVW-17 is the right place for you. If you enjoy Virtual Naval Aviation and an Organised Air Wing to be a part of, then join us now. We fly as realistically as possible whilst keeping a light-hearted attitude about it. We have a dedicated SNA (Pilot) and SNFO (RIO) Syllabus. We cover everything from Formation flying, CASE I Procedures, to Basic Radar Theory, Advanced Intercepts and BVR Timelines. You wanna learn how to Really Fly the Tomcat? JOIN US NOW! We fly every tuesday and thursday at 20:30 CET. After FRS Virtual Carrier Air Wing 17 will go through its workup schedule to then Deploy for its 2024 Cruise. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/kkyWJa7Fey

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TARPS !!!

VF-143 and VF-11 2004 just after their last tomcat cruise, I am making both squadrons. Both CAG birds are in the works, and still very very work in progress. Thank you to @static_actual for providing the tail art for the VF-11 CAG jet.

https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3334464/ It is done