F11C2

The F11C2 was an American single-seat, two-bay biplane fighter aircraft produced by the Grumman Aircraft Engineering Corporation for the United States Navy. It was a development of the earlier Grumman F9F Panther, incorporating several modifications to improve performance and armament. The F11C2 was powered by a single Pratt & Whitney R-1535 Twin Wasp Junior radial engine, producing 750 horsepower. It was armed with two .50 caliber machine guns and could carry a bomb load of up to 500 pounds.

The F11C2 first flew in 1934 and entered service with the Navy in 1935. It was assigned to several aircraft carriers, including the USS Ranger, USS Enterprise, and USS Yorktown. The aircraft saw limited combat during its service life, primarily being used for training and escort duties. However, it was deployed in patrols over the Pacific Ocean during the early stages of World War II.

The F11C2 was noted for its robust construction and maneuverability, making it a capable fighter in its era. Its operational career was relatively short, as it was soon superseded by more advanced monoplane fighters. By the end of World War II, most F11C2s had been retired from active service. While not as famous as some of its contemporaries, the F11C2 played a role in the development of American naval aviation during a transitional period in aircraft design.