VF-31 Tomcatters F-14d Tomcat Model

VF-31 Tomcatters F-14D Tomcat Model

Own a piece of Naval Aviation history with this beautifully handcrafted 18-inch F-14D Tomcat model, representing the legendary VF-31 Tomcatters. Carefully carved and painted by master artisans, this premium wood model features movable swept wings and exquisite detailing, making it a must-have collector’s piece.

Features:

Length: 18 inches
Material: Premium mahogany wood
Handcrafted with expert craftsmanship
Movable swept wings for dynamic display
Proudly made by a U.S. Veteran-Owned Business

A US Navy (USN) F-14D Tomcat standard fleet fighter aircraft (Aircraft number 100), Fighter Squadron 31 (VF-31, ÒTomcattersÓ), makes a near-supersonic low-level fly-by above the USN Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier, USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN 71), while the USS ROOSEVELT is participating in a Joint Task Force Exercise (JTFEX) with the USN Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier, USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN 69) in the Atlantic Ocean (AOC).

The Legacy of VF-31 – Felix Stands the Watch

As the second-oldest active U.S. Navy squadron, VF-31, known as the Tomcatters, has a long and distinguished history. Originally established as VF-1B Shooting Stars in 1935, the squadron evolved through several designations before officially adopting the “Felix the Cat” mascot in 1946. In 1948, the squadron was redesignated VF-31 and later earned the iconic Tomcatters name, becoming one of the most celebrated units in U.S. Naval Aviation.

Key Moments in VF-31 History:

WWII: Fought in historic battles including Pearl Harbor, Midway, Guadalcanal, and the Eastern Solomons, achieving numerous aerial victories.
Korean War & Vietnam War: Became the only U.S. Navy squadron with aerial victories in three wars, securing a MiG-21 kill over North Vietnam in 1972.
1980: Concluded a 24-year partnership with USS Saratoga (CV-60), the longest in naval history.
1996 & 1998: Conducted combat deployments aboard USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) and USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) in support of Operations SOUTHERN WATCH and DESERT STRIKE over Iraq.
2002-2003: Following 9/11, VF-31 deployed for Operation ENDURING FREEDOM and later played a major role in Operation IRAQI FREEDOM, delivering over 230,000 tons of ordnance in combat.
2005: Participated in the final U.S. Navy Tomcat deployment aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) before transitioning to the F/A-18E Super Hornet as VFA-31.
2008-2011: Flew over 6,000 hours and 2,000 sorties in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM and Operation NEW DAWN, achieving an unmatched 100% target destruction rate.

Continuing the Tradition

Today, VFA-31 continues to dominate the skies aboard modern aircraft carriers, upholding a legacy of combat excellence, precision, and unwavering dedication. The Tomcatters’ storied history serves as a testament to their superior skill and relentless spirit, ensuring that Felix the Cat still stands the watch!

This handcrafted F-14D Tomcat model is more than just a collectible—it’s a tribute to one of the most accomplished squadrons in U.S. Naval history. Order yours today and bring home a piece of aviation history!

VF-31 Tomcatters F-14d Model, 1/42 (18") Scale, Mahogany, Navy, Fighter

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