The Grumman F6F, as drawn on plans by Jerry Bates

History:  The Grumman F6F first flew on June 26, 1942.  Over the lifespan of the plane, 12,200 were built and this plane had a 19 to 1 kill ratio.  It had the largest wing area of any single engine fighter used by the United States during the Second World War.  As I build this plane, I will provide detailed photographs as I go along and I will describe my trials and tribulations.  Here are the major components I will be using:

Plans: Jerry Bates

Wood: Precision Cut Kits

Engine: Zenoah G62

Retracts: Sierra Giant

Radio: JR 9303

Fiberglass Cloth: CST

Cowl & Canopy: Bob Holman

Paint: It will be painted with latex.  I have purchased the FS color chart from the Government Printing Office for reference and color mixing.