F-4 Phantom Continues Air Force Service
Most people don’t realize the US Air Force still flies F-4s. The Phantoms were well known for their anti-SAM role in Desert Storm, though they made their mark in history during Vietnam.
The 82nd Aerial Target Squadron is now using the F-4 to tow target banners for aerial gunnery practice. Unmanned QF-4s continue to fly in a variety of other full-scale target applications.
Lacking the sleek and aerodynamic look of many other aircraft, the F-4 used to be cited as proof that with enough thrust, you can get a brick to fly.