Grumman TBF (TMB) Avenger
The Avenger replaced the TBD Devastator as the torpedo plane used by the U.S. Navy. Standard Navy torpedo bomber of the war. It was a large, slow, plane with demanding pilot controls. But, it could take an enormous amount of damage, had a low stall speed and was easy to fly.

Famous for its role in the battle of Midway, where only one of six Avengers survived the battle. Later battles made its mark in history. It could attack with either a torpedo or standard bombs. Distinguishing characteristics include a long internal torpedo bay and a revolving turret for a rear-facing gunner.

TBM Avenger
Many Avengers were manufactured by General Motors Eastern Aircraft Division under the designation TBM Avenger.

Production
A total of 9,836 were built.
(7,546 TMB's by General Motors).