Permalink: http://www.boeingimages.com/archive/F-4B-Phantom-Takes-Off-from-USS-Independence-2F3XC5OQTH4.htmlCopyright © Boeing. All Rights Reserved.View Photo/Video onlyConceptually similarF-4 Phantom II Catapault Launch PreparationsF-4B Phantom Takes Off from USS Independence FlightlineF-4H-I Phantom on TarmacRF-4B Positioned for Carrier Launch from USS ConstellationF-4 Phantoms Ready for Launch on Aircraft CarrierF-4 Phantom Prepares to Catapult from CarrierF-4 Phantoms on Aircraft Carrier, Canopies OpenF-4A Phantom II Carrier Deck Operations5000th F-4 Phantom II in Vertical ClimbView AllView more with similar tones F-4B Phantom Takes Off from USS IndependenceBuy A Print or License This PhotoWhat Type of Order?Usage:The F-4 Phantom II aircraft, which still flies in defense of 8 nations, was retired in 1996 from U.S. military forces, ending a record-studded 38-year career. The Phantom was first used by the U.S. Navy as an interceptor but also was capable of flying as a ground-support bomber for the U.S. Marine Corps. The aircraft flew every traditional military mission: air superiority, close air support, interception, air defense suppression, long-range strike, fleet defense, attack and reconnaissance.BI222091 (d4c-31098)Maximum size:2985px × 2340px (~19 MB)9.9in × 7.8in (300dpi)License type:Rights ManagedKeywords:1950s-adults-aircraft carriers-airplanes-ascending-blue-blur-bodies of water-day-exteriors-F-4 Phantom II-fighters-flying-full body views-gray color-ground crews-ground to air-historic production status-jets-male-military-military actions-military facilities-military livery-military personnel-monoplanes-oceans-photos-right rear views-runways-several/groups-sunshine-takeoffs-tarmac-text-watercraftRelated Photo/Videos:View AllRelated Virtual folders:F-4 Phantom II