Originally Posted by
CF105
Not the Sea Fury, although that wasn't a bad guess. Here's a bonus clue for you; and since we're due for an afternoon clue, I'll include that as well. Please try again. Thanks; Ernie P.
What warbird do I describe?
1. This aircraft was one of those which just missed service in the war in which it was designed.
2. It was actually in production at war’s end, but hadn’t actually reached field units.
3. It was put into service a few months after the war ended.
4. It stayed in production for some time, and stayed in service for more than 15 years.
5. It was placed into service by several countries.
6. It was produced by a famous builder/design firm.
7. And it was based upon a very famous aircraft.
8. It was basically a reconnaissance version of a fighter aircraft.
9. With two seats, rather than one.