The primary United States fighter aircraft of World War II included the P-51 Mustang, P-47 Thunderbolt, P-38 Lightning, P-40 Warhawk, P-39 Airacobra, and carrier-based aircraft such as the F6F Hellcat and F4F Wildcat. These aircraft were crucial in the air battles in Europe and the Pacific against the Axis powers, with the Mustang known for its range and the Hellcat dominant in the Pacific.
𝐏-𝟓𝟏 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐠:
Considered one of the best fighter aircraft, it was primarily used in the second half of the war in Europe for long-range bomber escort.
𝐏-𝟒𝟕 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐥𝐭:
The heaviest US fighter aircraft (up to 8 tons), known for its robustness and effectiveness for ground attacks.
𝐏-𝟑𝟖 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠:
A twin-engine aircraft with a unique design, effective for long-range combat, especially in the Pacific.
𝐏-𝟒𝟎 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐡𝐚𝐰𝐤: The primary US fighter aircraft at the start of the war, actively used by all Allied nations.
𝐅𝟔𝐅 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐜𝐚𝐭: The primary carrier-based aircraft of the US Navy, replacing the F4F Wildcat, was dominant in air combat in the Pacific.
𝐏-𝟑𝟗 𝐀𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐛𝐫𝐚: A fighter aircraft widely used early in the war, particularly known for its 37 mm cannon in the nose.
𝐅𝟒𝐅 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐭: The primary fighter aircraft of the US Navy and Marines early in the Pacific War.
𝐅𝟒𝐔 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐫 :
A legendary inverted gull wing fighter aircraft, manufactured by Vought, this aircraft was renowned for its speed, the nickname "Whistling Death," and its crucial role for the Allied navies/marines.
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