John C wrote:
IS the F18 as good a dogfighter as the F14?

Depends on the circumstances of the fight - they are different
aircraft, and each possesses unique advantages over the other. In a
weapons-free environment, it's hard to see F-18 drivers surviving
against swarms of AIM-54's. One can't be said to be a better dogfghter
than the other because there are probably so many different ways an
engagement can be fought.

Will F14 aviators transistion over to the F18?

Doubtless some already have.