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Old 9th May 2006, 11:48
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JT Eagle
 
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And the winner is....

...162594 (probably, based on photo evidence, the squadron markings and Modex number)

(Quote from F-14 specialist David Brown on the Fencecheck forum):
"This F-14A was assigned to VF-101 on October 3rd 2002 when it crashed during a training flight over the Gulf of Mexico. The crew were rescued by a Navy UH-3 Sea King helicopter.

I guess the currents took it to Ireland. Hard to believe since these things weigh about 300 lbs."

That may be why it took 3 1/2 years. They probably won't want it back. You can't move at Oceana, especially in the O Club, for Tomcat fins.

JT
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