The Star Of The Show
This incredible plane could have attracted the attention of the public. And it became a celebrity when F-14 pilots struck Top-Gun film in 1986. After the film was broadcast, the Navy was flooded with young people who wanted to fly their own Tomcat.
The Rules Of Engagement
However, you required a calm mind with this type of power. You also needed rules of engagement. In August 1981, the fighter pilots were made clear of what they had. They were not at war. Therefore, they weren’t ready to do anything, but they didn’t need the authorization to shoot back if they came under fire.