I think I'm entitled to a bit more respect than "Bravo Sierra" when it comes to things like this. Were I inclined, I could point you to previous mishaps that would bear me out.
But on the other hand, what do I know? I only flew the Tomcat for most of my career. Surely, I have no business commenting, so I'll leave it to your expert opinion.
'Pukin' Dogs' join USS George Washington (CVN-23) Battle Group
The world famous "Pukin' Dogs" of VF-143 departed NAS Oceana Jan.20 to join the USS George Washington (CVN-23) Battle Group for their 2004 deployment. After a long work-up cycle that started last spring, the squadron aircrew and maintenance personnel are ready to bring their own special version of the War on Terrorism to the enemy. "This squadron has trained exceptionally hard last year for deployment and the Dogs are ready to finally get to work." says Cmdr. Chris Murray, the commanding officer of Fighter Squadron 143. As a member of Air Wing Seven, the only air wing in the Navy to have two F-14 Tomcat squadrons, VF-143 will be significant contributors to the United States' efforts in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.