PBY-5A “Catalina” The Catalina was an American flying boat of the 1930s that became one of the true workhorses of World War II. It served as an observation, night attack, maritime patrol, bomber, air-sea rescue, and anti-submarine aircraft. Capable of staying aloft for almost 24 hours, the Catalina’s outstanding range made it the key element in the destruction of the German battleship Bismarck and the Japanese fleet at the Battle of Midway. Our PBY was briefly stationed at NAS Norfolk and spent most of her wartime service in the Atlantic and Caribbean.
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SPECIFICATIONS: Country of Manufacture: USA Manufacturer: Consolidated Engine: Pratt & Whitney R-1830 Twin Wasp Horsepower: 1,200 HP Empty Weight: 20,910 pounds Max Weight: 35,420 pounds Max Speed: 196 mph Ceiling: 15,800 feet Crew: Eight Ar mament: 3 x .30 caliber MGs 2 x .50 caliber MGs 4,000 lbs. of bombs