A renowned F-14 RIO and TOPGUN instructor describes the amazing capabilities of the F-14A AWG-9 radar, the impressive AIM-54 Phoenix missile, and some of exciting missile exercise stories.

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The AWG-9 Radar and AIM-54 Phoenix Missile

The F-14 Tomcast is a biweekly internet radio show dedicated to the Grumman F-14 Tomcat and the amazing men and women who flew, fixed, fought, and loved her. Hosted by a former F-14 pilot and RIO duo who combined have well over 30 years, 5,000 hours, and 1,000 carrier landings in the Tomcat, episodes feature experienced guests who explain the F-14&#39;s service life from early development to the beloved fighter&#39;s retirement. Season one of the F-14 Tomcast ran from September 2021 through August 2022. There are no current plans for subsequent seasons.

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“Jell-O” Aiello of the Fighter Pilot Podcast interviews hosts “Crunch” Snyder and “Bio” Baranek to discuss favorite moments from the series, missed opportunities, audience poll results, and more.

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Final Episode & Look Back

Commanding officer of the last US Navy F-14 squadron, “Puck” Howe, tells some incredible tales about the Tomcat’s final months.

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F-14 Sunset

Former Tomcat pilot “Grumpy” Kimberly and RIO “Boog” Denneny, who flew demanding missions in OIF and share riveting tales of their experiences.

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Op. Iraqi Freedom

Former F-14 RIO Mike Peterson, callsign “Tung,” who participated in the first strike of OEF, describes the Tomcat’s performance in the air campaign over Afghanistan and several remarkable missions.

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Op. Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan)

We interview “Jumby” Castleton, the lead RIO in a section of F-14Ds that attacked Iraqi aircraft with AIM-54s in January 1999 during Operation Southern Watch.

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The AWG-9 Radar and AIM-54 Phoenix Missile

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