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Vought Corsair II of 1833 Squadron Fa, Machrihanish, 9 December 1943
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© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
Fleet Air Arm Royal Navy World War Two
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This evocative photograph captures the power and grace of a Vought Corsair II fighter aircraft of 1833 Squadron, Fleet Air Arm, as it taxis along the runway at RNAS Machrihanish in Scotland on 9 December 1943. The Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm played a crucial role in the defense of the United Kingdom during World War Two, and the Corsair II was one of its most formidable weapons. The Corsair II, with its distinctive inverted gull wing design, was a significant advancement in aviation technology for its time. Its powerful Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp engine delivered an impressive 2,000 horsepower, enabling the Corsair to reach speeds of over 400 miles per hour and outperform many German fighters. The aircraft in this photograph bears the markings of 1833 Squadron, which was based at Machrihanish from 1942 to 1945. The squadron was part of the 17th Carrier Wing and saw action in the Mediterranean and the Atlantic. The Corsair II was primarily used for fighter cover, reconnaissance, and ground attack missions. The photograph was taken by Charles E. Brown, a renowned aviation photographer who served with the Royal Air Force during World War Two. Brown captured thousands of images of aircraft in action, providing a valuable record of the war in the air. This photograph is a testament to the bravery and skill of the pilots who flew these magnificent machines and the crucial role they played in the Allied victory in World War Two.
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