By 1975, provided combat aircrew training for US and Allied pilots. Engaged in combat over North and South Vietnam in October 1972. In Aug 1972, deployed to Thailand, where it served under operational control of 49 Tactical Fighter Wing. In 1966, was reinstated as a squadron and began training F-4 crews for assignment in Southeast Asia. Trained as fighter-day, and later, tactical fighter squadron, 1952-1962. Received Distinguished Unit Citation (DUC) for performance in aerial conflicts against the enemy on 18th August, 5th and 26th September 1944. Between 26th May 1944 and 25th Apr 1945 flew combat missons over the European Theater of Operations. A profile page is available by clicking the squadron name.Ĭlick the name above to see prints featuring aircraft of 432nd Tactical Reconnaissance WingĬlick the name above to see prints featuring aircraft of 434th Fighter SquadronĬonducted air defense prior to flying duties overseas. The signature of Richard 'Steve' Ritchie features on some of our artwork - click here to see what is available.Ī list of all squadrons from known to have used this aircraft. The signature of Willie Driscoll features on some of our artwork - click here to see what is available. The signature of Randall H Cunningham features on some of our artwork - click here to see what is available. The signature of Robin Olds features on some of our artwork - click here to see what is available. The signature of Marion Eugene Carl features on some of our artwork - click here to see what is available. A profile page is available by clicking the pilots name. Phantom FGR 2 of III Squadron by Geoff Lea.Ī list of all Aces from our database who are known to have flown this aircraft. Shadowing the Bear - Tribute to No.43 Squadron by Ivan Berryman. The last British Phantoms served with 74 Squadron until they were dispanded in 1992. The British Phantoms were powered by Rolls Royce Spey engines and also received British avionics, under the names pf Phantom FG.1 and Phantom FGR.2. The Royal Air Force and the Fleet Air Arm of the Royal Navy flew versions based on the F-4. Phantom production ran from 1958 to 1981, with a total of 5,195 built. The Israeli Air Force used them during various Arab-Israeli wars and the Phantom also saw service in the Iranian Air Force during the Iran Iraq War. Other nations also used the Phantom to great success. The Phantom first saw service in 1960 but continued in service until the 1980’s (being replaced by the F-15 and F-16 ) The last Phantoms saw service during the Gulf war in 1991 being used for reconnaissance. The Phantom F-4 saw service with all American forces during the Vietnam war serving as a fighter and ground attack aircraft. It became a major part of the United States Navy, Marine Corps and American Air Force. The McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II is a tandem two-seat, twin-engined, all-weather, long-range supersonic jet interceptor fighter/fighter-bomber produced for the U.S. Phantom - Aircraft Profile - McDonnell Douglas : Phantom 20% FURTHER PRICE REDUCTIONS ON HUNDREDS OF LIMITED EDITION ART PRINTSīUY ONE GET ONE HALF PRICE ON THOUSANDS OF PAINTINGS AND PRINTSįOR MORE OFFERS SIGN UP TO OUR FREE NEWSLETTER
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