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Spotter's notes
I dig the shapes on the F2. What a great find. US Naval Aviation Museum, Pensacola NAS
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
F2H
Model
F2H Banshee
Manufacturer
McDonnell
Airline
US Navy
Livery
US Navy (historical)
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
2 x Westinghouse J34-WE-34 turbojets
Thrust
1,500 kgf (14.7 kN, 3,250 lbf) each
Wingspan
12.93 m
Length
14.64 m
Height
4.21 m
MTOW
9,162 kg
Range
2,385 km
Capacity
Single seat (fighter), some versions two-seat; no passengers
Cruise Speed
882 km/h
Noise Rating
N/A (pre-ICAO noise regulations)
Location
Airport Code
NPA/KNPA
Airport Name
Naval Air Station Pensacola Forrest Sherman Field