Statements (62)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:aircraft
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:David_Mc_Campbell
|
| gptkbp:armament |
4 × .50 in M2 Browning machine guns
2,000 lb of bombs |
| gptkbp:crew |
gptkb:musical
|
| gptkbp:design |
gptkb:Robert_J._Dvorak
|
| gptkbp:engine |
gptkb:Pratt_&_Whitney_R-2800_Double_Wasp
|
| gptkbp:features |
advanced aerodynamics
high performance high speed lightweight construction good stability single-engine easy handling bubble canopy short takeoff and landing reliable performance high thrust-to-weight ratio low drag high aspect ratio wings tricycle landing gear tailwheel landing gear retractable landing gear heavy armament excellent visibility good maneuverability powerful engine adaptable to various missions versatile role low wing configuration combat-ready design effective in air-to-air combat effective in reconnaissance missions effective in escort missions effective in ground attack missions large wing area effective in anti-submarine warfare effective in patrol missions effective in support missions effective in training missions |
| gptkbp:first_flight |
gptkb:1944
1960s |
| gptkbp:height |
13 ft 1 in
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
F8 F Bearcat
|
| gptkbp:length |
33 ft 4 in
|
| gptkbp:manufacturer |
gptkb:Grumman
|
| gptkbp:max_speed |
420 mph
|
| gptkbp:nickname |
gptkb:Bearcat
|
| gptkbp:notable_battle |
gptkb:none
|
| gptkbp:number_built |
gptkb:12
|
| gptkbp:operational_area |
1945
|
| gptkbp:range |
1,000 mi
|
| gptkbp:retired |
1950s
|
| gptkbp:role |
carrier-based fighter
|
| gptkbp:service_ceiling |
41,000 ft
|
| gptkbp:services |
gptkb:battle
|
| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:F9_F_Panther
|
| gptkbp:variant |
F8 F-1
F8 F-2 F8 F-3 |
| gptkbp:wingspan |
40 ft 0 in
|