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| USN USS Saratoga (CV-3) VF-12 |
Pilot Lt(jg) James Ferris (rescued) Force Landed November 1, 1943 Aircraft History Built by Grumman as model G-50 in Bethpage, New York. Delivered to the U.S. Navy (USN) as F6F-3 Hellcat bureau number 26014. Wartime History Assigned to USS Saratoga (CV-3) to Fighting Squadron 12 (VF-12). No known nickname or nose art. Mission History On November 1, 1943 took off from USS Saratoga (CV-3) piloted by Lt(jg) James Ferris on a mission against Buka Airfield and Bonis Airfield. Damaged by anti-aircraft fire over the target, this fighter ditched and pilot was rescued. References Navy Serial Number Search Results - F6F-3 Hellcat 26014 Thanks to Ted Darcy for additional information Contribute Information Are you a relative or associated with any person mentioned? Do you have photos or additional information to add? Last Updated November 18, 2024 |
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