The Don Englebreston Collection

F-4 Phantom II with Shark-Mouth Nose Art Climbing After Takeoff

F-4 Phantom II with Shark-Mouth Nose Art Climbing After Takeoff

An F-4 Phantom II, its nose adorned with a fierce shark-mouth design, climbs skyward moments after takeoff, landing gear still down and engines trailing smoke. The Phantom's raw power and distinctive silhouette made it one of the most recognizable jets of the Cold War and Vietnam eras, and shark-mouth artwork like this became an enduring symbol of fighter squadron pride. Project: 218950