The Grumman F9F Panther is one of the United States Navy's first successful carrier-based jet fighters, as well as the Navy's first jet fighter to be used in combat. Entering service in 1949, the Panther was a pivotal player during the Korean War, marking the transition from propeller-driven aircraft to jets for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Powered by a single Pratt & Whitney J42 turbojet engine, it was renowned for its reliability and ease of operation. The F9F Panther was not only a workhorse in the skies over Korea but also served as a training aircraft for many years. It gained fame for its roles in ground-attack and photo-reconnaissance missions, showcasing versatility and durability. The Panther was eventually succeeded by the swept-wing F9F Cougar, but it remains a symbol of the dawn of the jet age in American naval aviation, celebrated for its contributions to military aviation history.
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A classic piece that never goes out of style this Port Authority embroidered polo has it allrelaxed fit silky fabric and a comfortable length Get one for yourself and watch how it becomes a true outfit game-changer in your wardrobe
- 65 polyester 35 cotton pique
- Fabric weight 50 ozyd (1695 gm)
- Relaxed fit that runs large
- Flat knit collar and cuffs
- Metal buttons with dyed-to-match plastic rims
- Side vents for breathability
- Blank product sourced from Ethiopia
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