On Apr 3, 2007, at 8:25 AM, Tom Gourley wrote: both are awesome airplanes. I would have a permanent ear-to-ear grin for the rest of my life if I could get some stick time in either one.
Tom:
Agreed on both counts. Maybe that's why my grin won't go away! <g>
I think if one compares the stock, military versions, one will find an arguable advantage to the Bearcat. Otherwise, why would the Bearcat have been produced at all? There were other advantages besides speed. The short wing and quick turn capability are a major issue in a combat aircraft.
Wanna have *almost* as much fun for a lot less money? T-28C. Whoooooeeeeeee.
Walter |