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FJ-3 Fury
North American · USA
Designed for carrier operations, the FJ-3 featured a more powerful engine and improved visibility for the pilot compared to the earlier FJ-2. It was one of the first Navy jets to be fitted with a probe-and-drogue refueling system.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1953 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 1,090 km/h |
| Range | 1,590 km |
| Ceiling | 14,300 m |
| Engines | 1x Wright J65-W-2 turbojet |
Armament & Payload
4x 20mm Colt Mk 12 cannons; 2x AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles.