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The Grumman XF5F Skyrocket; Naval Hot-rod

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When the US Navy realised in 1937 that any of their existing or projected fighters would struggle to counter the new bombers coming into service, they asked for a carrier interceptor of excellent performance.

And despite looking a bit odd, Grumman delivered.

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