TOPGUN is a United States Navy program established in 1969 to train elite fighter pilots in advanced aerial combat techniques. Officially known as the United States Navy Fighter Weapons School, it focuses on enhancing pilots' skills in air-to-air combat and tactics, ensuring they can effectively engage enemy aircraft. The program gained widespread recognition through the 1986 film Top Gun, which showcased the life of naval aviators and their training. This film popularized the F-14 Tomcat fighter jet and contributed to a cultural fascination with military aviation, inspiring many to pursue careers in the armed forces.