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Jack Cook
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FM-2 barrier crash USS Guadalcanal 1944

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At the moment I can't remember, but did the Wildcat have good roll over protection for the pilot?

I certainly hope so.

And, with this airplane, did it end up on its back, or did it fall back down on the main gear?

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nope!!! HOPE HE faired well.....

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That is good to hear! It must have been quite a scary moment though.

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One my all-time favorite aircraft!
An FM-2 in the Atlantic (grey) color scheme...

Oops is right...
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