Phantom Phriday

[MPN11]

Was the 2nd seat an after-thought? Or was the prototype built differently?

Ahhh ... Wiki explains that, and much more.

the canopy was reworked to improve visibility and make the rear cockpit less claustrophobic.

[Rhino power]

Originally Posted by MPN11

Was the 2nd seat an after-thought? Or was the prototype built differently?

All the prototype F-4's were designed for two seats, but the early jets were only fitted with the pilot's seat. The redesigned canopy (and raised cockpit floor) was as a result of early crews complaining of poor visibility, the revised profile canopy was fitted from aircraft No.19 (Block 3, BuNo 146817).

-RP

[MPN11]

Thanks, sfm818 ... I'd picked up the Super-Demon earlier. It was the singularly single-seater imagery of the F4H-1 that piqued my interest.

Welcome on board, by the way. Good to see new faces, and I hope you stick around and contribute.

[Roly]

Great looking jet and 2 internal 20mm cannon to boot!

[NutLoose]

Here you go, a relative Phantom fest.

Warbird Information Exchange ? View topic - Those Phantoms sure were colorful ...

[CoffmanStarter]

Nice one Nutty ... Many thanks

I have a feeling our good friend Rhino will be just as appreciative

[Rhino power]

Originally Posted by CoffmanStarter

I have a feeling our good friend Rhino will be just as appreciative

You're not wrong, Coff, some real beauties there!

-RP

[RAFEngO74to09]

Greek AF Phantoms arriving at RIAT 2016:

[RAFEngO74to09]

Another Greek AF Phantom vids:

[Lyneham Lad]

Good to see the Greek F4's and F16's participating. Is RIAT picking up their fuel bill?

[OK465]

They may be bringing Raki to trade for jet fuel.....although both are similar.

BTW I have a photo of the original F4H-1 I took as a kid at an open house at Edwards AFB in the 50s. I can't post pics here but if anyone wants it, let me know, PM or otherwise, and how to get it to you. From same 50s display also have F-107, F-105, F-8, A-4 & B-52/X-15 combo. Would like to see 'em posted here.

[OK465]

Looks like I can post attachments now.

[OK465]

Here's the others:

[RAFEngO74to09]

ROKAF F-4E video - includes use of a MJ-4 "jammer" (armament speak) to load an AGM-142 Popeye



https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Popeye_(missile)

[Rhino power]

This week's selection...
(via Digital Vigilante)

VF-101 F-4J masquerading as a F-4N (notice the AN/APR-30 RHAW antenna on the fin cap)


F-4D 65-0797/HL - 421st TFS / 388th TFW


F-4D 65-0684/WR - 78th TFS / 81st TFW


F-4E 74-1054/CR - 32nd TFS (The USAF's only 'Royal' squadron)


F-4G 69-7579/SP - 81st TFS / 52nd TFW


-RP

[RAFEngO74to09]

Greek AF F-4E landing at RAF Fairford for RIAT 2016

[GunRack]

Cal Worthington

Saw this and thought of you guys.

Apologies if its been posted before (and to any eagle drivers present).

[jpboy]

UK Drivers

Sometimes a photo needs no caption...... feel free if you wish though!

[Wingswinger]

Pardon me if someone has already pointed this out but shouldn't the title of this thread really be Phantom Phriday?

Thanks for all the lovely pics.

WS ( who always wanted to fly Phantoms but had to put up with Hawker Hunters, Harriers and Tornados instead)

[charliegolf]

WS ( who always wanted to fly Phantoms but had to put up with Hawker Hunters, Harriers and Tornados instead)

You poor underprivileged thing, you. Grrr (jammy git).

CG