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The TF-30, produced by Pratt & Whitney was the world's first afterburning turbofan. The engine powered early F-14 Tomcats, the F-111 and the A-7 Corsair.

First flight of the TF-30 was in 1964 and production continued until 1986.

The F-14A entered service with the U.S. Navy in 1973 powered by Pratt & Whitney TF-30s. By the end of the decade, following numerous problems with the original engine the DoD began procuring the upgraded TF-30-P-414A's. While these engines solved the servicability problems, the fuel consumption and thrust was comparable to the inital model.

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