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Grumman WF-2 Tracer 148904
United States Navy - Grumman WF-2 Tracer 148904 (msn 69, Model G-117), seen stowed in the hangar on board USS Essex (CVS-9) Date: circa 1960
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1960 Essex Grumman Hangar Stowed Tracer
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This photograph, hailing from The Peter Butt Aviation Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past of United States Navy aviation during the late 1950s. The image depicts a Grumman WF-2 Tracer, specifically aircraft number 148904 (msn 69, Model G-117), nestled within the protective confines of a USS Essex (CVS-9) hangar. The USS Essex, an impressive carrier vessel commissioned in 1943, was a vital component of the United States' naval fleet during the Cold War era. The Grumman WF-2 Tracer, a versatile and agile aircraft, was an essential part of the carrier's aviation complement. Designed and manufactured by Grumman Aircraft Engineering Corporation, the WF-2 Tracer was a carrier-based, all-weather, short-range interceptor and fighter-bomber. Its primary role was to provide air defense for the carrier and its accompanying fleet. In this photograph, the WF-2 Tracer 148904 appears to be undergoing maintenance or preparation for its next mission. The aircraft's sleek, aerodynamic design and striking markings are on full display, a testament to the advanced engineering and innovation of the time. The image also provides a fascinating look at the cramped conditions of a carrier hangar, with numerous aircraft stacked closely together, ready for launch or recovery. The photograph serves as a reminder of the critical role that the United States Navy and its aviation assets played during the Cold War era, ensuring the safety and security of the nation. This image, from The Peter Butt Aviation Collection, offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in aviation history.
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