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Due to the depth and relative obscurity this
wreck is seldom dove on. Consequently much of the original equipment and artifacts are
still in place. |
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The PV-2D rests on it’s top with the tail
wheel extended. Today the landing gear assembly is still intact and has enough grease in
the bearings for the wheel to spin freely. |
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Time hasn’t been kind to all the surfaces
of this PV-2D. Much of the rudder surfaces have deteriorated, however the main structure
is still in tact. |
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The maintenance record shows the control
surfaces of this PV-2D were sloppy. On September 4th, 1947 the pilot reported problems on
takeoff and shortly after ditched the aircraft. |