Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat

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A Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat sits on display with its wings folded, showing its large radial engine, three-bladed propeller, and blue U.S. Navy finish.

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Aircraft

F6F-5 Hellcat F6F

U.S. Navy Glossy Sea Blue wartime scheme

Manufacturer

Grumman

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 82.0

Sharp shot of the naval warbird with well-rendered colors; display ropes and sign slightly disrupt the composition.

Location

Palm Springs Air Musuem

Palm Springs International Airport · PSP/KPSP

33.8317, -116.5050

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Aviation History

The F6F Hellcat was the U.S. Navy’s principal carrier-based fighter in the Pacific during much of World War II and was credited with more aerial victories than any other Allied naval fighter.

Fleet Rarity

Fewer than 200 Hellcats remain in flyable condition worldwide; most surviving examples are preserved in museums.

Future Outlook

The aircraft is displayed as a museum exhibit.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney R-2800-10W Double Wasp

Engine

13.06 m

Wingspan

10.24 m

Length

1,520 km

Range

335 km/h

Speed

1 pilot

Capacity

7,030 kg

MTOW

4.27 m

Height

2,000 hp

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