Grumman Grumman S-2 Tracker (or derivative, likely the S-2E/G or US-2B)

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04 May 2026 · © AviatorShots81

A preserved Grumman S-2 Tracker, Cold War anti-submarine warfare aircraft, on outdoor static display.

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Grumman S-2 Tracker (or derivative, likely the S-2E/G or US-2B) S2F

US Navy gray military markings

Manufacturer

Grumman

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Location

Naval Air Station Pensacola Forrest Sherman Field

NPA/KNPA

30.3527, -87.3186

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Naval Air Station Pensacola Forrest Sherman Field NPA

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Aviation History

The S-2 Tracker was the US Navy\'s first purpose-built, carrier-based anti-submarine warfare (ASW) aircraft, and served from the 1950s into the 1970s/80s.

Fleet Rarity

Highly rare in flying condition today; most surviving examples are in museums or are non-flying.

Record Flights

No major record flights; key for carrier ASW patrols during the Cold War.

Safety & Events

Numerous routine deployments worldwide, involved in ASW efforts during the Cold War; no single notable public non-combat incident stands out.

Future Outlook

This airframe is likely preserved and on static display.

Specifications

Wright R-1820-82WA Cyclone radial piston engines

Engine

22.12 m

Wingspan

13.26 m

Length

2,100 km

Range

315 km/h

Speed

Crew of 4, payload: sonobuoys/bombs/ASW stores (approx 2,000 kg)

Capacity

11,430 kg

MTOW

5.3 m

Height

Each engine: 1,525 hp (1,137 kW)

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