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Workers attach the mighty R-2800 Double Wasp engine to an F4U Corsair at the Vought factory in Stratford Connecticut, 1943.
The XF4U-1 prototype was the very first aircraft to be designed around the Pratt and Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp engine. This beast of an engine was the heart of the F4U.
With 2,800 cubic inches (46 litres) of displacement and 18 cylinders, this mammoth put down over 1,800 hp. The engine spun a large 13 feet 4 inches (4.06 m) propeller.
On October 1, 1940, the XF4U was the first single-engine US fighter to exceed 400 mph. Not only was she fast in a straight line but also in a dive too, attaining speeds of up to 550 mph https://planehistoria.com/f4u/
Stinson Reliant Gullwing - Groveland Florida Fly-In
Brig. Gen. Charles McGee was awarded a Bronze Star, the Legion of Merit (twice), and three Distinguished Flying Crosses. He was involved in 409 total combat missions across three wars. More on his life and legacy in the blog: https://s.si.edu/3YdpJ9z #BlackHistoryMonth
The ITD is planning to begin work on the South (332) and Central (333) exits in Rexburg in JUNE 2024! They will close the exits one at a time and work is scheduled for approximately 6 weeks each! Be sure to follow the City of Rexburg here and on our socials to stay on top of this major project in Rexburg this summer!
