N49JC - GRUMMAN FM 2 WILDCAT
Aircraft Summary
General
Manufacturer
GRUMMAN
Model
FM-2 WILDCAT
Registration #
N49JC
Condition
Used
Total Time
650.0
Description
HISTORY:
Built by Eastern Aircraft Division General Motors 1943, sold in 1946 to Hardwick Aircraft. Totally rebuilt in 1973 and flown civilian until 1978 when it was placed on display at the U.S. Navy Museum, Pensacola, FL. It was preserved in the museum until August 1994. It was then removed from display and after an extensive inspection was returned to service.
PERFORMANCE:
Maximum 322 mph
Service ceiling 35,600 ft.
Max range 1,350 miles
Currently on display in the Personal Courage Wing, Museum of Flight - Seattle, WA
Airframe
Airframe Notes
650 Hrs TTSNEW
Engine
Engine 1 Time
550
Engine 1 Overhaul Type
SMOH
Engine Notes
R-1820-56, 1350 hp
550 SMOH (J.R.S.)
Props
Prop Notes
Hamilton Standard 33D50/6547-18S (STC)
Avionics
Avionics/Radios
King KX-155 Nav/Com
King KI-209 VOR/LOC
KT-76A Transponder
Encoder
Additional Equipment
Additional Equipment
Pre-oiler
New Battery
Oxygen System
Exterior
Exterior Notes
Medium Blue and Gray underside, early stripe star, no bars, Red center, Red and White stripped rudder
Inspection Status
Inspection Status
Aircraft to be sold with fresh annual and prop AD inspection
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