The McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II is arguably one of the greatest cold war jet fighters, serving with distinction over Vietnam, Israel, Egypt, Iraq, Iran, and on air defence duties for many air arms around the world. Flying at Mach 2.2, and delivering 18000lbs of ordance on it's enemies, the Phantom is a fearsome multi-role aircraft.
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