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United states Navy - Grumman F7F-2D Tigercat 80335
United States Navy - Grumman F7F-2D Tigercat 80335 of VU-3 at Miramar NAS. Built as an F7F-2N, the majority of the -2Ns, including 80335, were converted to F7F-2D as drone director / launch aircraft for Globe KD2G target drones, with a raised cockpit for the drone director, where the radar operator sat in the -2N. Date: 1955
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© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
1955 Cockpit Converted Director Drone Drones Globe Grumman Including Majority Miramar Operator Radar Raised Target Tigercat
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 16.5cm (14.6" x 6.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this vintage photograph, a United States Navy Grumman F7F-2D Tigercat, serial number 80335, is seen parked at Miramar Naval Air Station in California. This particular Tigercat was originally built as an F7F-2N, but was later converted to an F7F-2D for the specific role of drone director and launch aircraft for the Globe KD2G target drones. The United States Navy's VU-3 squadron was responsible for operating these converted Tigercats. The F7F-2D featured a raised cockpit, which housed the drone director, while the radar operator sat in the position previously occupied by the navigator in the F7F-2N. The year was 1955 when this photograph was taken, marking a significant period in the development of naval aviation. The conversion of the F7F-2N to the F7F-2D allowed for more efficient and effective drone operations, contributing to the advancement of naval training and testing programs. The Grumman F7F Tigercat was a versatile carrier-based fighter aircraft, first entering service with the United States Navy in 1946. It was known for its powerful engines, heavy armament, and impressive performance. The Tigercat saw action in various conflicts, including the Korean War, and remained in service until the late 1950s. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the history of the United States Navy's aviation capabilities during this era.
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