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11 2019 NEW RELEASES F-14 Tomcat Grumman’s Last Cat Standing David F. Brown It has been said that “bombers make history; fighters make movies.” In the case of the Grumman F-14 Tomcat, both are true. It made history as a fleet defender, reconnaissance platform, and strike fighter. The Tomcat was also featured in such Hollywood classics as Top Gun , The Final Countdown , and Executive Decision , followed by television appearances on JAG . This new illustrated look at the iconic Tomcat features a concise, detailed look at its design and construction, followed by its service in the US Navy from 1975 to 2006. Also covered is a rare look at its use by the Imperial Iranian Air Force, and continued use by the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force. All USN units that flew the Tomcat are featured, including squadron patches, markings, and nose art. Combat operations are discussed, including aerial combat over Libya, Iraq, and Afghanistan. David Brown’s passion for photography and military aircraft dates to 1960. Since those early days, David has been privileged to have his photography published in every significant aviation periodical in print and online today. Also, his photography has also graced the pages of Newsweek and on the box tops of several scale-model kits manufactured and distributed worldwide. David has written numerous aviation-related articles and authored or coauthored five aviation books. He lives in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania, with his wife, Christina. Concise, illustrated history of the iconic Grumman F-14 Tomcat From design to first flight, squadrons, and combat operations over Libya, Iraq, and Afghanistan Featured in such Hollywood classics as Top Gun , The Final Countdown , and Executive Decision David Brown has the most extensive library of images and related history. He has truly earned his title of "Mr. Tomcat." – David "Hey Joe" Parsons, 2,000+ Hours F-14A/B Tomcat SPECS ISBN: 978-0-7643-5662-9 Size: 9" x 9" Illustrations: 231 color and b/w photos Pages: 128 Binding: hard cover Price: $19.99 AVAILABLE FEBRUARY TOMCAT! 978-0-88740-664-5 $40.00 | 208 pp. TOMCAT ALLEY 978-0-7643-0477-4 $59.95 | 256 pp.