Grumman XF5-1 Skyrocket

The Grumman XF5F-1 Skyrocket was an odd looking bird. It was a one-off prototype built for the US Navy with a very unusual configuration. The wing’s leading edge extended forward of the fuselage nose giving it a bizarre look. It was the first twin-engine fighter intended for carrier use, but it never saw service.

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