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1. The Grumman F6F Hellcat emerged as the most suitable fighter for carrier operations and as such became the US Navy's first choice during the 2nd part of the war.
2. Germany "aired" two of the best and most respected fighters of the entire war, one was designed by Willi Messerschmitt and Walter Rethel. This fighter saw action in all the theaters of combat where Germany was involved. I am referring to the _________?
3. Often in the shadow of the popular Spitfire, this battle-proven fighter was the backbone of the RAF's struggle against the Luftwaffe, and central in the Battle for Britain.
4. This smooth contoured, streamlined and elegant Italian fighter was also tough, fast and highly maneuverable. It was arguably the best Italian fighter of the war and its only drawback was its relatively weak armament. Which beautiful fighter was this?
5. A well designed Russian fighter received its baptism in the dangerous skies above Stalingrad. It was introduced in 1942 and proved a capable opponent to the Focke Wulf Fw190 and the Messerschmitt Bf109's. It was even credited with downing an Me-262 jet fighter in March 1945.
6. A solid legend in the American arsenal, this rugged aircraft was the first American fighter to exceed speeds of 400mph. It was widely employed as a land- based fighter and quickly became the most feared aircraft in the Pacific theatre. The "Whistling death" was instantly recognizable by it's unique "gull wing" design.
7. This twin engined aircraft was one of the most successful, yet most overlooked aircraft of the war. It served as a fighter, fighter-bomber, reconnaissance platform, night fighter, anti-shipping platform, patroller, intruder and interceptor. It flew against the best the Axis could offer. In a time when metal was a valuable commodity, its wooden structure made it desirable indeed.
8. The first Italian heavy bomber to enter service in 1942, was most noted for her remote controlled guns in each of the outer engine nacelles. The four engined bomber could carry nearly 3,500kg of bombs. She was known as the Sovoia- Marchetti Sm 79.
9. This German reconnaissance-bomber initially served as a transatlantic passenger and cargo aircraft, yet became a highly successful maritime aircraft, which was later fitted with the Henschel HS 293 anti-shipping guided missile. She was known as the?
10. This fighter was France's first successful "modern" fighter. It entered service in 1940 and was a worthy opponent of the Bf109, but restricted by its limited numbers. Which plane am I referring to?
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