The F-14 Tomcat was retired by the U.S. Navy in September 2006, but it remains one of today's most famous fighter aircraft. That's because the F-14 has been prominently featured in a number of novels, television shows and films since its 1974 introduction. The aircraft most famously appeared in the 1986 blockbuster Top Gun, where it was flown by Tom Cruise's character, Maverick. The film was an instant hit, which propelled the actor - and the aircraft - into superstardom. Kit features easy, glue-free snap assembly, complemented by factory-decorated, painted plastic construction.