The F was designed as a dogfighter first VFAX Including the Phoenix AWG did not compromise this capability in any meaningful way Other approaches such as the F would see things differently but that in no way affects Grummans design decisions The F was designed as an interceptor not a dogfighter but was found to be  the best dogfighter DOD had overall F had better kill ratio  but was due for replacement by F during Vietnam       Hornet Mafia Article Deletion Nomination  Hell this term even appears on this Wikipedia discussion page  An article has been created defining this term and subsequently nominated for deletion by purists who have identified himthemselves there  If you believe that the concept Hornet Mafia is as real as UFO sighting or if you believe that WP should not have an article for anything that isnt the the Brittanica please participate at WikipediaArticles for deletionHornet Mafia