Fletcher Defender...a Tiny Killing Machine
Ever heard of the Fletcher Defender? You’re not alone, this was a tiny warbird that could rain terror on its enemies below. Sadly, it was not to be, but its persistent and stubborn designer kept on working on new aircraft designs, until finally conceiving one of the most popular aircraft ever built. Check out the story on this man’s amazing journey through aviation, and if you watch the whole video you will be rewarded with an exclusive video on the only airworthy Fletcher Defender left flying. It’s got a wicked cool bark as well. Enjoy!
I wanted to give a big shout out to Ben Preston at / obscureairplanes for sharing the exclusive video of the Fletcher at a fly-in at California. Thank you!
And another to Philip Esdaile (Davis Air Repair, Davis CA), who graciously lent his time to share with me his knowledge, experience and stories on the Fletcher Defender.
Thank you Terry Hagle for allowing me use of his T-18 footage:
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