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200 Corsairs, 4 Carriers, 1 Alliance: Why Britain Flew America’s Bent-Wing Fighter

The F4U Corsair was built for the US Navy, yet Britain’s Fleet Air Arm flew over 200 of them from 4 carriers in brutal sea conditions. From dogfights with Japanese Zeros to supporting Pacific landings ...
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Britain’s Secret Weapon: How the American Corsair Transformed the Royal Navy’s Air War

When the American F4U Corsair first flew, it turned heads with its unique gull wing design. This unusual appearance wasn't chosen for style but out of practical necessity. With an enormous 18 cylinder ...