A boneyard view of retired Grumman S-2 Tracker twin-engine ASW aircraft lined up for storage, showing classic faded U.S. Navy markings.
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Spotter's notes
E2 Trackers sitting in the desert. They are used as a supply for parts, to keep the fleet of converted fire tankers active.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
S2F
Model
S-2 Tracker
Manufacturer
Grumman
Livery
U.S. Navy Gray (faded, stored/retired condition)
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Wright R-1820-82WA Cyclone radial piston engines
Thrust
1000 hp (each engine)
Wingspan
22.12 m
Length
13.26 m
Height
5.00 m
MTOW
11,119 kg
Range
2,093 km
Capacity
Crew: 4
Cruise Speed
333 km/h
Noise Rating
N/A (piston engines, pre-ICAO standards)
Location
Airport Code
DMA/KDMA
Airport Name
Davis Monthan Air Force Base