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The Tragic Fate of Goose in Top Gun: Explained

What caused Goose’s death in Top Gun? In the 1986 blockbuster film Top Gun, Goose, played by Anthony Edwards, tragically dies during a training exercise. Goose was the radar intercept officer and best friend of the protagonist, Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, played by Tom Cruise. Goose’s death was caused by a mechanical failure in their F-14 Tomcat fighter jet. During a…