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USN USS Princeton (CVL-23) VF-23 |
Pilot Ensign Robert S. Tyner (rescued) Ditched 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 25814. Wartime History Assigned to USS Princeton CVL-23 to Fighting Squadron 23 (VF-23). No known nickname or nose art. Mission History On November 1, 1943 took off from USS Princeton (CVL-23) piloted by Ensign Robert S. Tyner shortly after becoming airborne, the engine failed and crashed into the sea. Rescue Afterwards, Tyner was rescued and returned to duty. References Navy Serial Number Search Results - F6F-3 Hellcat 25814 USN Overseas Aircraft Loss List November 1943 - F6F-3 Hellcat 25814 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 December 18, 2021 |
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