For educational purposes
Modern and historic footage tells the story of the 'war horse of 12 Western air forces.
The Carrier-based Phantom II won its spurs in Vietnam where its extraordinary capabilities led to adaptation for land-based roles ranging from ground attack to defence suppression.
McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II features:
- Prototype roll-out and first flight Engine development and triais
- Walk round of an F-48
- Phantom joins the Fleet
- US Navy action in Vietnam
- US Marine Corps action in Vietnam
- US Air Force action in Vietnam and after
- The Phantom with other air forces Weaponry
- US display teams
- The 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000 and 5000th Phantoms
And has a detailed script by leading aviation authority Christopher Chant.