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Curtiss BT2C
Curtiss XBT2C-1 on the ground c1945.jpg
Curtiss BT2C.
Role Bomber & torpedo aircraft
National origin USA
Manufacturer Curtiss Aeroplane Company
First flight 1945
Introduction Never introduce.
Primary user US Navy
Number built 9 examples.

The Curtiss BT2C was a special military airplane. It was designed to drop bombs and launch torpedoes. This aircraft was built by the Curtiss Aeroplane Company in the United States.

It first flew in 1945, near the end of World War II. Because the war ended, the Curtiss BT2C was never mass-produced. Only nine of these airplanes were ever built. The U.S. Navy was the main user of these test planes.

What Was the Curtiss BT2C?

The Curtiss BT2C was meant to be a powerful aircraft for the U.S. Navy. It combined the roles of a bomber and a torpedo plane. This meant it could attack enemy ships and ground targets.

Why Was It Built?

During World War II, the U.S. Navy needed strong aircraft for its aircraft carriers. These planes had to be able to take off and land on ships. The BT2C was designed to meet these needs. It aimed to be a fast and effective attack plane.

Its Special Features

The Curtiss BT2C had a single engine and a low-wing design. This made it look sleek and powerful. It was built to carry heavy weapons like bombs and torpedoes. The plane also had advanced features for its time.

Radar on the Plane

Some versions of the BT2C were tested with a special radar pod. This pod was called the AN/APS-4 radar. It helped the plane find targets even in bad weather or at night. This was a very important technology for military aircraft.

Why It Didn't Fly More

The Curtiss BT2C was still being tested when World War II ended. With the war over, the need for new military planes changed. The U.S. Navy decided to focus on other aircraft designs. This is why the BT2C never went into full production.

A Test Aircraft

Even though only a few were made, the BT2C was important. It helped engineers learn new things about aircraft design. The lessons learned from this plane helped create better aircraft in the future. It was a valuable test aircraft for the U.S. Navy.

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