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#'''Osea''': Air superiority light grey
 
#'''Osea''': Air superiority light grey
 
#'''Erusea''': Blue and gray splinter "aggressor" camouflage (Unlocked by earning an S [[Clear Rank|rank]] on all missions on Normal [[difficulty]])
 
#'''Erusea''': Blue and gray splinter "aggressor" camouflage (Unlocked by earning an S [[Clear Rank|rank]] on all missions on Normal [[difficulty]])
#'''Special''': Three-tone dark green, dark brown and sand splinter "aggressor" camouflage
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#'''Special''': Three-tone dark green, dark brown and sand splinter "aggressor" camouflage.(Unlocked after shooting down Kitten.)
 
#'''Mage''': Osea skin with [[Mage Squadron]] markings
 
#'''Mage''': Osea skin with [[Mage Squadron]] markings
 
#'''Spare''': Osea skin with [[Spare Squadron]] markings
 
#'''Spare''': Osea skin with [[Spare Squadron]] markings

Revision as of 00:41, 18 May 2019

"Stay on guard. Those guys can fire long-range missiles."
Pixy on Schnee Team's F-14Ds in Operation Battle-Axe[1]

The F-14D Super Tomcat is an advanced swing-wing fighter aircraft. It is an upgrade over the F-14A Tomcat, hence its name, "Super Tomcat". While the primary and most extensive changes are to avionics and displays, the F-14D is also notable for being able to engage multiple targets more easily than its predecessor.

The F-14D has been featured in numerous Ace Combat games, starting in Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War. All of the F-14D's appearances have included multi-lock missiles, and most of them have also included long-range missiles.

History

Strangereal

In the Strangereal world, the F-14D was a carrier-launched aircraft operated by several nations because of its speed and combat capabilities, particularly for its ability to engage multiple enemy fighters at once. It operated along with the traditional F-14A and its rarer ground attack variant, the F-14B Bombcat.

The F-14D was used by both Belka and Osea during the Belkan War as an interceptor aircraft. The Schnee Squadron became famous for their use of the F-14D,[1] and one such aircraft was manned by Jack Bartlett in his days as a rookie in the Osean Air Defense Force.[2] Super Tomcats were also acquired by A World With No Boundaries, and a Yuktobanian member piloted one during the Allied Forces' siege of Avalon Dam.[3]

The F-14D was also used on the Usean Continent, especially during the Usean coup d'état. It was known for being the aircraft of choice of the Lancer Squadron[4], and it was also available to Scarface Squadron during their assistance of the Usean Allied Forces.[5]

The F-14D was also fielded by the armed forces of Leasath[6], Emmeria and Estovakia[7] on account of its dogfighting power, being deployed in considerable numbers during the Aurelian War and Emmeria-Estovakia War. They were also utilized in the Lighthouse War to an unknown extent.

Assault Horizon universe

Within the Assault Horizon universe, the F-14D was still used, albeit sparingly, by the United States Navy. It first became available to Warwolf Squadron during the Blatnoi conflict following Warwolf's departure from Africa to defend Dubai from Blatnoi threats related to Trinity.

Infinity universe

Thanks to Advanced Automated Aviation technology within the Infinity universe, the F-14D never fell out of service. Mercenary groups continued to develop the Super Tomcat for personal use, including among those allied with the United Nations Forces during Operation Eternal Liberation.

Game Analysis

Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown

"A large carrier-based fighter, developed to defend carrier battle groups. The D-model has enhanced avionics. Carrying long-range air-to-air missiles, it is designed to intercept hostiles carrying air-to-ship missiles. Outside of protecting ships, it is capable of acting as a bomber with air-to-ground attack capabilities or as an air superiority fighter with automatic variable wings, allowing for dominating combat at all speed ranges and altitudes. Its unofficial nickname, "Super Tomcat," is derived from the A-model."
Hangar

How to Unlock

The F-14D is available on the Aircraft Tree and costs 70,000 MRP. It is unlocked after completing the first campaign mission, "Charge Assault".

Statistics

F-14D AC7 Statistics

Weapons

Part Slots

BODY: 38
ARMS: 38
MISC: 38

Named Pilots

  • Sophie André (KITTEN)

Skins

  1. Osea: Air superiority light grey
  2. Erusea: Blue and gray splinter "aggressor" camouflage (Unlocked by earning an S rank on all missions on Normal difficulty)
  3. Special: Three-tone dark green, dark brown and sand splinter "aggressor" camouflage.(Unlocked after shooting down Kitten.)
  4. Mage: Osea skin with Mage Squadron markings
  5. Spare: Osea skin with Spare Squadron markings
  6. Strider: Osea skin with Strider Squadron markings
  7. Razgriz: Razgriz Squadron scheme (Pre-Order bonus)

Gallery

Ace Combat Infinity

"A revision of the F-14, which has come to characterize carrier-based fighters, known as the "Super Tomcat". While maintaining the stable maneuverability offered by the digitally controlled variable sweep wing and the capability to neutralize multiple incoming targets at long range, it is also outfitted with a new onboard radar and engine."
Hangar
Lv. Cst Price GUN MSL 6AAM HPAA QAAM SP MO ST AA AG DF
1 525 56,440 483 96 16 C E+ E D E E
2 563 8,910 531 100 22 C D E D+ E E+
3 601 16,040 579 104 26 B D+ E+ D+ E E+
4 639 29,110 627 108 30 14 B+ D+ E+ C E D
5 677 51,680 675 112 34 16 B+ C D C E+ D+
6 715 138,600[a] 723 118 40 18 A C+ D C+ E+ C
7 753 66,830 772 124 44 20 17 A C+ D B E+ C+
8 791 154,440 820 127 48 22 18 A+ B D+ B E+ B
9 829 300,960 869 130 50 23 19 A+ B+ D+ B E+ B+
10 867 766,260 918 134 52 24 20 S B+ C B D A
11 914 1,029,600 966 138 54 25 21 S A C B+ D A+
12 961 1,633,500 1015 142 56 26 22 S+ A C A D A+
13 1008 2,405,700 1063 146 58 27 23 S+ A+ C+ A+ D S
14 1055 2,970,000 1112 150 60 28 24 S+ S B A+ D+ S+
15 1102 4,158,000 1161 154 64 30 26 S+ S+ B S D+ S+
16 1161 5,375,700 1205 156 66 31 27 S+ S+ B S+ D+ S+
17 1220 6,147,900 1250 158 68 32 28 S+ S+ B+ S+ D+ S+
18 1279 6,910,200 1294 160 70 33 29 S+ S+ B+ S+ C S+
19 1338 8,830,800 1339 162 72 34 30 S++ S+ B+ S+ C S+
20 1397 11,137,500 1384 164 76 36 32 S++ S+ A S+ C+ S++
Part Slots
At Lv.1, this aircraft carried 16 BODY, 16 ARMS, and 16 MISC part slots. See Tuning § Slot Expansion for further information.
Nicknames
Upgrading this aircraft to these levels unlocked the respective nicknames for use at any time.
  • Lv.3: Cat's Claw
  • Lv.10: Variable Wing Addict
  • Lv.15: Quick Strike
  • Lv.20: Petronius

Skin Galleries

Description

Standard gray body

Gallery

F-14D Pumpkin Icon

Description

Cosmetic version of F-14D "Halloween Pumpkin"

Availability

Gallery

F-14D Event Skin 01

Description

Blue and gray splinter camouflage; NSAWC Blue Splinter aggressor scheme

Availability

Gallery

Placeholder

Description

Schnee Squadron livery

Availability

  • Special Challenges
    • July 16–August 17, 2015
    • September 30–October 31, 2016

Gallery

F-14D Event Skin 02 Icon

Description

Zone of Endless red

Availability

Gallery

Ace Combat: Assault Horizon Legacy

"A swing wing fighter with improved radar and weapon control systems, this plane can handle multiple enemies at once."
Hangar

How to Unlock

Complete Opera House. Costs 46,700 credits.

Statistics

F-14D stats

Weapons

Colors

Color 1: Gray drab
Color 2: Gray/blue/green camouflage; NSAWC Blue Splinter aggressor scheme
Color 3: Gray body
Color 4: Color 2 camouflage with light blue/navy blue/gray colors
Color 5: Color 3 with white and black colors; white and black colors are customizable
Color 6: Color 2 camouflage with light blue/yellow/dark green colors; yellow and dark green colors are customizable

Named Pilots

Gallery

Ace Combat: Assault Horizon

"A large, variable wing, carrier-based fighter that symbolizes aircraft carrier transported planes. It combines stability with maneuverability regardless of velocity thanks to its digitally controlled variable sweep wings and surpassing speed performance. The "Super Tomcat" also boasts of long-range counterattack capability that can defeat a large number of incoming enemy fighters."
Hangar

How to Unlock

The F-14D is available for the campaign prior to Power Play.

Statistics

Speed: High
Mobility: Medium
Stability: High
Fire Power: High
Defense: Medium-High

Weapons

Colors

Gallery

Ace Combat: Joint Assault

"A swing wing plane with improved radar and weapon control systems, this plane can handle multiple enemies at once."
Hangar

How to Unlock

Complete mission 11: Raging Sea. Costs $54,800.

Statistics

  • Speed: High
  • Air-to-Air: Medium
  • Air-to-Ground: Low
  • Mobility: Above average
  • Stability: Above average
  • Defense: Medium

Weapon

Colors

  • C01: Gray body with mustard and blue forest camouflage; NSAWC Blue Splinter aggressor scheme
  • C02: Graphite body with darkened nose stripe.
  • C03: "Camel Smoker" livery of the VF-24 squadron[8]
  • C04: Zipang livery.
  • C05: Gray body with a red nose and stabilizer surfaces. Based on the YF-14A prototype.
  • C06: Schnee Squadron livery.

Named Pilots

  • Zipang - Found in Ace of Aces. Spawns with the sixth wave of enemies only if "Wardog" is shot down before the timer reaches 20 minutes.

Gallery

Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation

"The Super Tomcat is equipped with digital fly-by-wire variable geometry wings and powerful twin-engines. Although costly to maintain, this carrier-based aircraft’s wide array of advanced capabilities place it at the pinnacle of modern aircraft design. Unparalleled top speed and acceleration coupled with high maneuverability and stability make the F-14D an impressive aircraft. Long-range missile armaments also allow for preemptive striking capability on multiple enemy aircraft. Excelling at hit-and-run assaults, this high speed intercept fighter is perfect for aerial defense missions."
Hangar

How to Unlock

The F-14D is unlocked after completing mission 6: Siege on Silvat, and it costs 78,000 credits.

Statistics

  • Speed: Maximum
  • Air-to-Air: Maximum
  • Air-to-Ground: Low
  • Stability: Medium
  • Defense: Medium
  • Mobility: Medium

Weapons

Colors

  • Emmeria: Gray body with black nose and vertical stabilizers.
  • Estovakia: Gray body with mustard and blue forest camouflage; NSAWC Blue Splinter aggressor scheme
  • Estovakia SP: White body with white and red stripes. Modeled after the proposed Super Tomcat 21 upgrade.
  • DLC: Halloween
  • DLC: Razgriz
  • DLC: Zipang
  • DLC: Jungle Wing
  • DLC: THE IDOLMASTER Azusa
  • DLC: Wardog Emblem

Named Pilots

  • Valet

Gallery

Ace Combat X: Skies of Deception

F-14D Super Tomcat (Aurelia)
"Featuring upgrades in radar and weapon control systems, the "Super Tomcat" can handle multiple enemies at once."
Hangar

How to Unlock

Complete mission 6B: The Midnight Sun. Costs 16,600 credits.

Statistics

ACEX Statistics F-14D

Weapons

Colors

  • Aurelia: Gray body with mustard and blue forest camouflage; NSAWC Blue Splinter aggressor scheme
  • Leasath: Graphite body with darkened nose stripe.
  • Special 1: "Camel Smoker" livery of the VF-24 squadron[8]
  • Special 2: Zipang livery.

Named Pilots

  • Savanna - Found in False Target. Spawns with the fourth group of enemies if all the decoys, escorts and targets are destroyed beforehand.

Gallery

Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War

"This carrier-based F-14 features upgrades in radar and weapon control systems. Aptly called the "Super Tomcat," the F-14D can handle multiple enemies at once."
Hangar

How to Unlock

The F-14D is unlocked after completing mission 10: Mayhem on Soldier ace style. Costs 76,000 credits.

Statistics

  • Speed: 87
  • Mobility: 58
  • Stability: 64
  • Defense: 61
  • Air-to-Air: 81
  • Air-to-Ground: 35

Weapons

Colors

  • Standard: Air superiority gray with nose stripes and black tailfins. Based on color scheme F-14A of VF-84 "Jolly Rogers"
  • Mercenary: Gray body with mustard and blue forest camouflage; NSAWC Blue Splinter aggressor scheme
  • Soldier: Razgriz Squadron F-14A Tomcat livery.
  • Knight: Ferris camouflage.
  • Special: Schnee Squadron livery.

Named Pilots

Gallery

Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War

"This carrier-based F-14 features upgrades in radar and weapon control systems. Aptly called the "Super Tomcat," the F-14D can handle multiple enemies at once."
Hangar

How to Unlock

The Super Tomcat is available once the F-14B Bombcat's Kill Rate Gauge is full. Each airframe costs Ƶ17,800.

Statistics

  • Speed: 87
  • Mobility: 58
  • Stability: 64
  • Defense: 61
  • Air-to-Air: 81
  • Air-to-Ground: 35

Weapons

Colors

  • OS: Gray body with mustard and blue forest camouflage; NSAWC Blue Splinter aggressor scheme
  • RZ: Black desert camouflage
  • SP: Zipang cherry blossom body

Named Pilots

Gallery

Trivia

References


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