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Spotter's notes
Highly recommend visiting the US Naval Aviation Museum at NAS Pensacola
Aircraft identity
Registration
123050
ICAO Type
F9F-2
Model
F9F Panther
Manufacturer
Grumman
Airline
United States Navy
Livery
US Navy, squadron VF-151, Korean War-era scheme
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney J42-P-6
Thrust
2,950 kgf (29 kN, 6,000 lbf)
Wingspan
11.6 meters
Length
11.4 meters
Height
3.8 meters
MTOW
7,200 kg
Range
2,060 km
Capacity
1 (pilot), up to 910 kg ordnance
Cruise Speed
900 km/h
Noise Rating
Typically 120 dB at full thrust, predates modern ICAO noise categories
Location
Airport Code
NPA/KNPA
Airport Name
Naval Air Station Pensacola Forrest Sherman Field
