The Blue Angels performed their first demonstration in May of 1946 flying the Grumman F6F Hellcat. Just months later, the team transtioned to the much sleeker F8F Bearcat, but not without complications. Hear a firsthand account from the Blue Angels' first team leader, Roy "Butch" Voris, who details an ominous call the team received over the radio after getting airborn with their new planes. | Blue Angel Phantoms

The Grumman F8F-2 Bearcat holds a special place in the history of the Blue Angels, being one of their original aircraft! Prior to transitioning to jet aircraft, the Blue Angels relied on this particular aircraft. We had the opportunity to interview John O'Connor for an in-depth exploration of this remarkable plane, uncovering the exceptional engineering elements that enable it to perform various altitudes during flight! | Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology

Grumman F8F Bearcat | Dark Documentaries

Unfolding the wingtips on a Grumman F8F Bearcat ✈️ #grumman #grummanbearcat #f8fbearcat #warbird #warbirds #avgeek #avgeeks #warthunder #snf25 #sunnfun #airshow #sportys | Sporty's Pilot Shop