Factual Record: U.S. Army Air Forces & Navy Operational Inventory That Fought WWII

Factual Record: U.S. Army Air Forces & Navy Operational Inventory That Fought WWII
Welcome to STEEL OF WAR, where we present a factual archival record of the machines that shaped 20th-century conflict. This documentary meticulously details the confirmed operational aviation inventory of the United States during World War II, spanning from 1939 to 1945. We cover the legendary fighters of the US Army Air Forces (USAAF), including the P-51 Mustang, P-47 Thunderbolt, and P-38 Lightning, as well as the iconic heavy bombers such as the B-17 Flying Fortress and B-24 Liberator. We also document essential U.S. Navy aircraft such as the F6F Hellcat, F4U Corsair, and the decisive SBD Dauntless dive bomber, detailing their roles across the European and Pacific Theaters. Discover the critical performance characteristics, armament (including the .50-caliber machine gun standard), and operational history of these wartime giants. This list is strictly limited to aircraft with confirmed combat or operational service during the conflict period. If you value precise historical accuracy and military aviation records, please like and subscribe to STEEL OF WAR for more documented history.

1, Introduction: The Factual Mandate & Scope (1939-1945)
2, P-51 Mustang: The Long-Range Fighter Escort
3, P-47 Thunderbolt: High-Altitude Combat & Ground Attack
4, P-38 Lightning: Twin-Engine Versatility in Europe and the Pacific
5, Fighter Inventory Part II: P-40 Warhawk, P-39 Airacobra, P-63 Kingcobra, and P-36 Hawk
6, Strategic Heavy Bombers: B-17 Flying Fortress, B-24 Liberator, and B-29 Superfortress
7, US Navy Carrier Aviation: F6F Hellcat, F4U Corsair, SBD Dauntless, and TBF/TBM Avenger
8, Naval Patrol & Reconnaissance: PBY Catalina Flying Boat
9, Conclusion: Summary of US Confirmed Operational Inventory

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