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Equipment Specifications
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Manufacturer
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GRUMMAN
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Model
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FM-2 WILDCAT
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Price
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US $945,000
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Location
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Rockford, Illinois
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Condition
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Used
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Registration Number
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N49JC
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Total Time
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650 Hours
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Overhaul
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550 SMOH
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General Information
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Currently on display in the Personal Courage Wing, Museum of Flight - Seattle, WA
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Detailed Description
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HISTORY:
Built by Eastern Aircraft Division General Motors 1943, sold in 1946 to Hardwick Aircraft. Totally rebuilt in 1973 and flown civilian until 1978 when it was placed on display at the U.S. Navy Museum, Pensacola, FL. It was preserved in the museum until August 1994. It was then removed from display and after an extensive inspection was returned to service.
PERFORMANCE:
Maximum 322 mph
Service ceiling 35,600 ft.
Max range 1,350 miles
Airframe:
650 Hrs TTSNEW
Engine Specs:
R-1820-56, 1350 hp
550 SMOH (J.R.S.)
Prop(s):
Hamilton Standard 33D50/6547-18S (STC)
Avionics/Radios:
King KX-155 Nav/Com
King KI-209 VOR/LOC
KT-76A Transponder
Encoder
Additional Equipment:
Pre-oiler
New Battery
Oxygen System
Exterior:
Medium Blue and Gray underside, early stripe star, no bars, Red center, Red and White stripped rudder
Inspection Status:
Aircraft to be sold with fresh annual and prop AD inspection
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