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  TBF-1 Avenger Bureau Number ?????  
USN
USS Saratoga (CV-3)
VT-8

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USN 1942

Aircraft History
Built by Grumman. Delivered to the U.S. Navy (USN) as TBF-1 Avenger bureau number unknown.

Wartime History
Assigned to Torpedo Squadron 8 (VT-8) to pilot Ensign Albert K. “Bert” Earnest. On the right side of the cockpit was "Ens Earnest" in black stencil and one Japanese flag indicating an aerial victory claim.

Wartime History
During September 13, 1942–October 27, 1942 operated land based from Henderson Field on Guadalcanal. This Avenger was abandoned at Henderson Field. The cockpit section was photographed with broken perspex.

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Last Updated
May 11, 2025

 

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