Grumman HU-16 Albatross

Local nameGrumman HU-16E Albatross
LocationMobile, Alabama

The Grumman HU-16 Albatross is a large, twin–radial engined amphibious seaplane that was used by the United States Air Force, the U.S. Navy, and the U.S. Coast Guard, primarily as a search and rescue aircraft. Originally designated as the SA-16 for the USAF and the JR2F-1 and UF-1 for the USN and USCG, it was redesignated as the HU-16 in 1962. A new build G-111T Albatross with modern avionics and engines was proposed in 2021 with production in Australia to commence in 2025.

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Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grumman_HU-16_Albatross

Official Website https://www.history.uscg.mil/browse-by-topic/Aviation/Article/2122820/grumman-uf-1g2g-later-hu-16e-albatross-or-goat/

Coordinates 30°41'2.796" N -88°1'2.681" E

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