How good of a plane was the Corsair?

The Vought F4U Corsair was one of the best planes that took to the air during World War II. It also saw action in the Korean War and in the 1969 Soccer War. The Grumman F6F Hellcat had almost as good performance – and it was a much more docile plane. So, the Navy passed the Corsair on to the Marine Corps.

Which was better Corsair or Hellcat?

270 Hellcats were lost in aerial combat- that is, of course, a higher amount than the one of the Corsair, but otherwise, the production numbers of the Hellcat were much bigger. In other wars the Corsair was superior. The Korean War and the Football War.

Which is better Corsair or Mustang?

Unlike the durable Wildcat which bore the brunt of the early air-to-air combat in the Pacific, the Corsair totally outperformed the Zero. The Mustang, on the other hand, was originally designed to a Royal Air Force requirement for an “army cooperation” airplane, i.e. one to fly close air support missions.

Would the F4U Corsair be a better dog fighter than the Hellcat?

They both had similar turning characteristics and all speeds, with the Hellcat edging out the Corsair. Pilots of both aircraft were advised against engaging the Japanese fighters in turning fights. However, I firmly believe the F4U Corsair would be a better dog fighter. The F4U Corsair has a higher top speed compared to the F6F.

Is the Hellcat better than the f6f-6f?

For anyone who brings up the Hellcat’s higher air to air scores, they should note the F6F was more prevalent in carrier operations because of the Corsair’s initial issues with carrier landings. and examine two criteria that are critical to success in a fighter vs fighter engagement.

What is the difference between the F6F and F4U Corsair?

The F4U Corsair has a higher top speed compared to the F6F. Both planes have the same engine, the Pratt and Whitney Double Wasp, but the F4U’s speed was much higher. At 20,000 feet, the F4U’s top airspeed was at 408 mph, while the F6F could, at the same altitude, reach only 377 mph.

Who would win in a dogfight F6F or F4U?

In maneuverability, the F6F is slightly better in turning, but the F4U has a much better roll rate, having one of the best roll rates of WW2 (along with the Fw 190). In a classic energy-speed dogfight, the F4U would win, most likely.

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