Скачать или смотреть Extremely RARE Fairey Firefly - Central Coast Airfest 2025 - [4K]

Please enjoy our video on the extremely rare Fairey Firefly at the Central Coast Airfest 2025!

Aircraft Overview:

Engine: 1× Rolls-Royce Griffon VI V12 piston engine, producing around 2,000 horsepower
Maximum Speed: Approximately 245 mph (394 km/h)
Range: About 1,130 miles (1,818 km)
Service Ceiling: 26,200 feet (7,990 meters)
Armament: Four 20mm Hispano cannons, up to 1,650 lbs of bombs, and torpedoes
Crew: 2 (pilot and observer/radar operator)
Historical Background:

Introduced in the early 1940s, the Fairey Firefly was developed as a successor to earlier naval fighters, aiming to provide a versatile platform capable of reconnaissance, anti-submarine warfare, and fleet defense. It was designed to operate from aircraft carriers, combining good speed, range, and firepower.

Role in WWII:

The Firefly saw extensive service throughout WWII, especially in the Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Pacific theaters. It was instrumental in hunting German U-boats during anti-submarine patrols and provided vital air support for naval operations. Its ability to carry torpedoes and bombs made it a formidable multi-role aircraft, contributing significantly to Allied naval dominance.

Join us as we explore the engineering marvels of the Fairey Firefly, its combat missions, and its enduring legacy in naval aviation history.

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