Way off topic as the time lines don't fit but something I noticed about the FJ-4, F4D and F11F is they would all have fit in the hangar of the Implacable Class armoured fleet carriers. They would have been ideal if the last two armoured fleets had been transferred to / crewed by the RAN from completion as proposed during WWII and had been retained post war instead of the acquisition of the Majestics. These types would have been suitable for operation from an upgraded Implacable (angled deck, steam cats) that retained the original hangar height. With is folding tail the Vigilante would have fit as well, if the aircraft elevators were modified.
Anyway this is why I am a fan of these types, they fit my own little scenario that I will type up one day.
Actually while I'm at it I recall reading the Ford was a bit of a pig, has anyone else heard or read this? I have also read it was a rocket ship that pilots loved, I wonder what the truth is.
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This issue presents a highly detailed overview of the North American FJ-5 fighter, a proposal for a navalized derivative of the F-107A prepared for BuAer on July 6, 1955. With its dorsal inlet and sleek aerodynamics, the FJ-5 was among the more unusual and exciting naval fighter proposals of the 1950's. This monograph covers the prototype, basic (production), supersonic reconnaissance, and rocket-boosted interceptor variants of the design. It is illustrated with 5 wind tunnel model photos and 28 drawings, the majority of which are incredibly detailed and provide ample reference for those wishing to create an accurate model or illustration of this radical jet fighter. The accompanying text is based on official North American reports submitted with the proposal and covers the type in exhaustive detail.
I have it and think its worthwhile. If nothing else, its probably going to be the only source like it.I'm tempted to buy this, but for 36 pages, I'm not sure how much it can possibly contain.
But those at least looked similar to the preceding aircraft. Idk how you convince anyone that the F-107 is just an updated F-86.Consider the FJ-5 to be a more politically usable name, like "Super Hornet" and the F11F-1F vs F12F Super Tiger. The FJ-5 is more or less the VFAX requirements but a few years early?
Chair a Congressional Committee and have the North American factory reside in your district?But those at least looked similar to the preceding aircraft. Idk how you convince anyone that the F-107 is just an updated F-86.Consider the FJ-5 to be a more politically usable name, like "Super Hornet" and the F11F-1F vs F12F Super Tiger. The FJ-5 is more or less the VFAX requirements but a few years early?
USN would never go for a single type. Too much risk, and it doesn't have guided AAM's. No one but RN is using anything big enough to field it, I imagine. But, it'd be better than Corsairs or Skyhawks and Sea Hawks for fleet air defense, and as an attack platform.Not so sure about giving the Navy a single type Air Wing though.
Alcohol...Idk how you convince anyone that the F-107 is just an updated F-86.
Or cocaine. Lots and lots of cocaineAlcohol...Idk how you convince anyone that the F-107 is just an updated F-86.
Isn't this when Coca-Cola still actually had coke in it though?I like to imagine in the timeframe we're talking more alcohol...
Or cocaine. Lots and lots of cocaineAlcohol...Idk how you convince anyone that the F-107 is just an updated F-86.
Ok, looked it up. It's actually only 30 years. So any Coke from 1929 or before...Nah, I think that finished about 50yrs beforehand.
I doubt that the F11F model accurately represents the TF30 powered derivative under consideration. I would have expected a bigger wing and fatter fuselage.
Picture courtesy of Grumman Aircraft History Center
I have a feeling we'll get everything we've asked for and moreStill waiting on:
Sorry for the lack of updates lately. I've been swamped at work. Hopefully I'll be able to post something soon
British ore america style.Seamaster may be able to land in a swamp no ? we need to mount a rescue mission, but grand style...
Wow, I never knew that the SeaMaster had a supersonic dash requirement! Thanks @_Del_