The F8F Bearcat was the last in the evolution of Grumman piston-engined fighters. It is widely considered to be one of the best fighters ever designed; however, the war in the Pacific ended before the first operational squadron arrived. It did see combat with the French and Thai air forces. The example seen here is found at the National Museum of Naval Aviation in Pensacola, Florida. It has been the prototype for a number of plastic kits – you may recognize the markings.
Wing Fold
Front landing gear well
Drop tank
Drop Tank
Wing fold
Wing fold
Main landing gear well
Main landing gear well
Main landing gear well
Main landing gear well
Main landing gear well
Main landing gear well
