Iran used F-14 and AIM-54 Phoenix to claim 78 kills
By The BriefBrief
Iranian F-14 crews used AIM-54 Phoenix missiles to score 78 victories, while the U.S. Navy scored none.
WHO:Iranian F-14 crews; U.S. Navy
WHAT:Iranian crews used F-14/AIM-54 Phoenix missiles in combat, with a reconstruction crediting 78 victories; the U.S. Navy fired three Phoenix missiles with no credited kill.
WHEN:Reported Aug 10, 2026 at 7:07 AM ET
WHERE:Location not specified
WHY:To defend oil infrastructure and intercept Iraq.
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