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Post by svenfromsweden on Jul 18, 2015 7:24:31 GMT -5
I share with you some pictures of fighters Curtiss P-40 operating aboard aircraft carriers or on the flight deck. Some questions for aviation and history enthusiasts of WW2. There was a naval version of the P-40? Which countries have used during the war and which Operating Theatres? To view photos visit the link below: aviacaoemfloripa.blogspot.com.br/2011/02/curtiss-p-40-em-porta-avioes.htmlBest Regards, Sven
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Post by 2nd Bat on Jul 20, 2015 11:40:18 GMT -5
The Naval markings are US prewar (and very early war) markings and the carrier appears to be the Hornet. Obviously consideration was given to using it as a carrier based fighter. Can't believe the horrible Brewster Buffaloe beat it out in trials but perhaps it was too unsuited for carrier operations as far as stall speed, visibility and landing gear? Obviously the F4F became the mainstay naval fighter early on and its performance against the zero though nominal was better than the P40. I always thought the P 40 to be a handsome aircraft.
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