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A Wonderful Marine Corsair video

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dc10boy

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Hi All, This vid is long, but it is a wonderful look at the life of a world war 2 Marine Corsair pilot.
Some scenes filmed at Nissan Island, as well as the Piva strips on Bougainville. I found it a joy to watch.
To actually see Corsair strikes launching to, and returning from Rabaul gives me chills.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wHh16f8nVY
 
Did you guys observe how they started the engine with a bungee rubber band attached to the prop at around 19:44 ?? :icon_eek:
 
I'm glad you guys like it. I was in awe watching this.
I thought you'd find this interesting Mark, I look forward to your Solomon update.
It has become my favorite scenery.
 
Makes you wonder how many of these type films were done never to be seen by anyone besides the guys family.
 
roger-wilco-66 said:
Did you guys observe how they started the engine with a bungee rubber band attached to the prop at around 19:44 ?? :icon_eek:
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Yep, that did not get past me. I understand that it was a dangerous way to start an engine. Per USN requirement, the Corsair was designed to use a cartridge starting system. If you did not have any cartridges or if the engine was slow to start and the cartridge could not keep the engine cranking, then the bungee could be used. When Vought designed the F4U-1D/C, they also changed the starter system to a direct engagement electric motor.
 
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