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Goodyear's essential war effort: Iconic Corsair 'testament to Goodyear's commitment to innovation'.
In: Rubber News, Jg. 53 (2023-10-02), Heft 4, S. 12-12
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During World War II, Goodyear and Chance Vought Corp. collaborated to produce the Corsair, an iconic aircraft known for its gull wings. The Corsair replaced the Grumman Wildcat and Curtiss P-40 Warhawk and became the best air-to-air fighter in the Pacific theater. Over 12,000 Corsairs were produced during the war, and it remains the only aircraft Goodyear ever built. The Corsair's production involved a significant effort from Goodyear, with many women, including the famous Rosie the Riveters, working on its assembly. The Corsair's design, including its gull wings and powerful Pratt & Whitney engine, contributed to its success as a carrier aircraft and its ability to compete against Japanese pilots. Goodyear's involvement in the war effort extended beyond the Corsair, as the company continued to produce tires for civilian and military vehicles. The Goodyear Women's Network, an employee-resource group, played a crucial role in supporting the war effort. The Corsair's production took place in Akron, Ohio, where Goodyear's massive Airdock served as the production site. The Corsair's durability and manufacturing capabilities contributed to its longevity and continued popularity. [Extracted from the article]
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Goodyear's essential war effort: Iconic Corsair 'testament to Goodyear's commitment to innovation'.
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Autor/in / Beteiligte Person: | Schunk, Andrew |
Zeitschrift: | Rubber News, Jg. 53 (2023-10-02), Heft 4, S. 12-12 |
Veröffentlichung: | 2023 |
Medientyp: | serialPeriodical |
ISSN: | 2769-9641 (print) |
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