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World's only civilian F-4 Phantom II takes to the skies again

The Collings Foundation's F-4 Phantom II has returned to the skies after seven years, becoming the only flying civilian ...

How fast can the F-4 Phantom fly?

A closer look at what made the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II so special.
The Aviationist

Amazing helmet cam video brings you in the cockpit of a U.S. Air Force F-4 Phantom aircraft flying over Grand Canyon

Awesome footage from aboard one the last USAF F-4s, as it flies in formation with another Phantom over the amazing scenery of the Grand Canyon. The U.S. Air Force retired its last F-4 Phantom at ...
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F-4 Cockpit hosts open house for veterans who flew F-4 Phantom aircraft

Victor, N.Y. — Pet Pride of New York is hosting a community “Kitten Shower” on Saturday to welcome kitten season.Every spring and summer, animal shelters see a Stroll for Strong Kids ...
The Aviationist

Video: Flying the mighty F-4 Phantom (and dropping some bombs at rocks in the Aegean Sea)

In 2012, the 338 Sqn “Ares” of the Hellenic Air Force celebrated its 60th anniversary. The event was marked also with an interesting video that includes F-4 Phantom cockpit footage as well as some ...
The National Interest

It’s Hard To Believe That The F-4 Phantom Is Still Flying After 60 Years

Key Point: The Phantom has proven both versatile and adaptable over time. The McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II is a legendary aircraft — an icon of the Vietnam War and the archetype of the ...
The Atlantic

A Flight in the Fabulous Phantom

IN THE relatively short history of American military aircraft, each war has brought forth one or two aircraft designs of which legends are made. The Spad of World War I was such a bird. World War II ...