Maverick Act

F-14 Tomcat jets for Huntsville museum

If enacted, the Navy would give three surplus F-14D Tomcat jets to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center Commission in Huntsville, Alabama. The transfer would be by deed of gift at no cost to the United States, and the Commission would pay all transfer, upkeep, and compliance costs. The jets would have no combat ability and would need to meet FAA limits and U.S. export, sanctions, and security laws. The Navy would not repair the jets but would provide F-14D manuals it can share and excess spare parts to make one jet flyable or complete a static display, with any Navy-stock parts repaid at fair market value; no further parts or support would be provided. The Commission would need prior Navy approval to sell or transfer the jets; if rules are broken or approval is not obtained, the aircraft would revert to the United States, which would have the right to immediate possession. After transfer, the United States would not be liable for injuries or damage from non-federal use.