The Consolidated PBY Catalina became one of the most important aircraft of World War II without ever being glamorous.
The Consolidated PBY Catalina was not the fastest aircraft of World War II, but it became one of the most valuable. Designed for endurance rather than speed, it excelled at maritime patrol, ...
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November 1, 2024: In 2023 an American company has begun production of a 21st century version of the World War II PBY Catalina patrol aircraft. The new Catalina weighs 14.5-tons and is powered by two ...