The Vought F4U Corsair is a single-engine, carrier-capable fighter-bomber designed during World War II for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. It became famous for its speed, firepower, and ruggedness, dominating the skies in the Pacific Theater.
 
General Information:
Role: Carrier-based fighter, fighter-bomber
Manufacturer: Vought (Chance Vought)
First Flight: May 29, 1940
Introduction: 1942
Crew: 1 pilot
Nickname: Corsair
Key Features:
Distinctive inverted gull wing design for propeller clearance
Powerful radial engine for high speed and climb rate
Heavy armament: 6 × .50 caliber machine guns or later cannons
Excellent for air-to-air combat and ground attack missions