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 == Description ==
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' was acquired by France in the years following WWII. During the 1950s, France was still rebuilding its nation and its armed forces, and the easiest way to do so while domestic projects were developed was acquiring military surplus left after WWII. The F6F-5N was one of this cases, being a night fighter modified by Britain using the Hellcat as a basis. The aircraft was very similar to the original F6F-5 but this time, it included an AN/APS-6 search radar for interception at night and other inconvenient weather conditions. The French Navy bought 124 F6F-5s and fifteen F6F-5Ns between 1950-1953.
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''' was acquired by France in the years following WWII. During the 1950s, France was still rebuilding its nation and its armed forces, and the easiest way to do so while domestic projects were developed was acquiring military surplus left after WWII. The F6F-5N was one of this cases, being a night fighter modified by Britain using the Hellcat as a basis. The aircraft was very similar to the original F6F-5 but this time, it included an AN/APS-6 search radar for interception at night and other inconvenient weather conditions. The French Navy bought 124 F6F-5s and 15 F6F-5Ns between 1950-1953.
-It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. The ▄F6F-5N (N stands for Night fighter variant) is the French variant of the Grumman F6F-5N Hellcat. This F6F is distinctly capable thanks to the combination of cannons, heavy machine guns, and the addition of a search radar while keeping the ability to provide ground and sea support with bombs and a single torpedo. It can defend itself in dogfight too, however doing so with ordnance attached is not recommended, it is an efficient jack-of-all-trades. It does not have the most agile airframe or the strongest engine, but it is still very capable in air battles, since it can both destroy bases and dogfight other aircraft. For these situations, the F6F must have the speed advantage or a higher altitude, so make sure to climb to a desired altitude at the start of the match.
+It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. The ▄F6F-5N (N stands for Night fighter variant) is the French variant of the Grumman [[F6F-5N]] Hellcat. This F6F is distinctly capable thanks to the combination of cannons, heavy machine guns, and the addition of a search radar while keeping the ability to provide ground and sea support with bombs and a single torpedo. It is an efficient jack-of-all-trades, and can defend itself in dogfight too, though doing so with ordnance attached is not recommended. It does not have the most agile airframe or the strongest engine, but it is still very capable in air battles, since it can both destroy bases and dogfight other aircraft. For these situations, the F6F must have the speed advantage or a higher altitude, so make sure to climb to a desired altitude at the start of the match.
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' was acquired by France in the years following WWII. During the 1950s, France was still rebuilding its nation and its armed forces, and the easiest way to do so while domestic projects were developed was acquiring military surplus left after WWII. The F6F-5N was one of this cases, being a night fighter modified by Britain using the Hellcat as a basis. The aircraft was very similar to the original F6F-5 but this time, it included an AN/APS-6 search radar for interception at night and other inconvenient weather conditions. The French Navy bought 124 F6F-5s and fifteen F6F-5Ns between 1950-1953
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''' was acquired by France in the years following WWII. During the 1950s, France was still rebuilding its nation and its armed forces, and the easiest way to do so while domestic projects were developed was acquiring military surplus left after WWII. The F6F-5N was one of this cases, being a night fighter modified by Britain using the Hellcat as a basis. The aircraft was very similar to the original F6F-5 but this time, it included an AN/APS-6 search radar for interception at night and other inconvenient weather conditions. The French Navy bought 124 F6F-5s and fifteen F6F-5Ns between 1950-1953.
-It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. The ▄F6F-5N (N sta'''{{Specs|name}}'''nds for Night fighter variant) is the French variant of the Grumman F6F-5N Hellcat. This F6F is distinctly capable thanks to the combination of cannons, heavy machine guns, and the addition of a search radar while keeping the ability to provide ground and sea support with bombs and a single torpedo. It can defend itself in dogfight too, however doing so with ordinance attached is not recommended, it is ann efficient jack-of-all-trades. It does not have the most agile airframe or the strongest engine, but it is still very capable in air battles, since it can both destroy bases and dogfight other aircrafts. For this situations, the F6F must have the speed advantage or a higher altitude, so make sure to climb to a desired altitude at the start of the match.
+It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. The ▄F6F-5N (N stands for Night fighter variant) is the French variant of the Grumman F6F-5N Hellcat. This F6F is distinctly capable thanks to the combination of cannons, heavy machine guns, and the addition of a search radar while keeping the ability to provide ground and sea support with bombs and a single torpedo. It can defend itself in dogfight too, however doing so with ordnance attached is not recommended, it is an efficient jack-of-all-trades. It does not have the most agile airframe or the strongest engine, but it is still very capable in air battles, since it can both destroy bases and dogfight other aircraft. For these situations, the F6F must have the speed advantage or a higher altitude, so make sure to climb to a desired altitude at the start of the match.
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 == Description ==
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} French naval fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. The ▄F6F-5N (N stands for Night fighter variant) is the French variant of the Grumman F6F-5N Hellcat. The French Navy bought 124 F6F-5s and fifteen F6F-5Ns between 1950-1953.
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''' was acquired by France in the years following WWII. During the 1950s, France was still rebuilding its nation and its armed forces, and the easiest way to do so while domestic projects were developed was acquiring military surplus left after WWII. The F6F-5N was one of this cases, being a night fighter modified by Britain using the Hellcat as a basis. The aircraft was very similar to the original F6F-5 but this time, it included an AN/APS-6 search radar for interception at night and other inconvenient weather conditions. The French Navy bought 124 F6F-5s and fifteen F6F-5Ns between 1950-1953
-This F6F is distinctly capable thanks to the combination of cannons, heavy machine guns, and the addition of a search radar while keeping the ability to provide ground and sea support with highly menacing payloads. It can defend itself admirably against no matter what; in skillful hands of course. An efficient jack-of-all-trades!
+It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. The ▄F6F-5N (N sta'''{{Specs|name}}'''nds for Night fighter variant) is the French variant of the Grumman F6F-5N Hellcat. This F6F is distinctly capable thanks to the combination of cannons, heavy machine guns, and the addition of a search radar while keeping the ability to provide ground and sea support with bombs and a single torpedo. It can defend itself in dogfight too, however doing so with ordinance attached is not recommended, it is ann efficient jack-of-all-trades. It does not have the most agile airframe or the strongest engine, but it is still very capable in air battles, since it can both destroy bases and dogfight other aircrafts. For this situations, the F6F must have the speed advantage or a higher altitude, so make sure to climb to a desired altitude at the start of the match.
 == General info ==
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 {{Navigation-Start|Default weapon presets}}
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 * Without load
 * 6 x HVAR rockets
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 * [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=f6f-5n_france Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]
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 === References ===
 ;Bibliography
 * Jean-Pierre De Cock y Mister Kit, F6F Hellcat, Atlas,1981, p.34
 * Histoires de transformation des pilotes en Indochine, Le Piège, no 168,‎ mars 2002, p.39

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 * 2 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (1,000 lb total)
 * 2 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (2,000 lb total)
 * 1 x 2,216 lb Mk.13-6 Case torpedo
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 The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
 * Without load
 * 6 x HVAR rockets
 * 2 x Tiny Tim rockets
 * 2 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (2,000 lb total)
-* 2 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs + 6 x HVAR rockets (2,000 lb total)
+* 1 x 1,600 lb AN-Mk 1 bomb (1,600 lb total)
 * 1 x 2,216 lb Mk.13-6 Case torpedo
 == Usage in battles ==

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 == Usage in battles ==
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-Once a good understanding of the abilities and inabilities of the '''▄F6F-5N''' is gained, players can use this plane on all game modes without major trouble.
+Once a good understanding of the abilities and inabilities of the ▄F6F-5N is gained, players can use this plane on all game modes without major trouble.
 As an aircraft with a decent variety of abilities (a Jack-of-all-trades), it can be played defensively and offensively depending on the enemies. If the enemy plane is more agile but slower than the F6F, pilots can initiate combat with a "Boom & Zoom" strategy in mind. If the enemy is faster but less agile, smart turn-fighting can be executed. If the enemy owns agility and speed, the best is to avoid it or head-on with him once for all.
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 '''Air defence/Interception'''
-There will usually be some enemy air force incoming to the combat zone; fighters, strike fighters, or even bombers. With an anticipated climb and the highly useful radar, the F5F-5N can take the control of the battle. Avoid any additional payload because now the relevant job is to defend ground forces and pester enemy aviation. Once in the air, check the immediate surroundings (check six first) also with the help of the radar, then proceed to gain altitude. This altitude is key to counter any faster or more agile enemy arriving to combat.
+There will usually be some enemy air force incoming to the combat zone; fighters, strike fighters, or even bombers. With an anticipated climb and the highly useful radar, the F6F-5N can take the control of the battle. Avoid any additional payload because now the relevant job is to defend ground forces and pester enemy aviation. Once in the air, check the immediate surroundings (check six first) also with the help of the radar, then proceed to gain altitude. This altitude is key to counter any faster or more agile enemy arriving to combat.
 Once a target has been spotted, pilots must remember this might not be the only enemy plane arriving. Planning must be made to perform dive attacks against them and retreat again to altitude. The Hellcat loves these dives, so pilots can confidently approach to their preys, let the guns roar, then leave.
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 It is highly rewarding to learn and constantly apply MEC during Simulator and Realistic battles. The main instruments beneficial for the F6F are: propeller pitch, radiators, and superchargers.
-* '''The propeller pitch''' will enable the F6F to reach higher top speeds. This is vital during pursuits or diving away; something in which the F6F is great at. They also provide increased thrust/lift and less speed when needed; for example during vertical slow speed dogfights
+* The propeller pitch will enable the F6F to reach higher top speeds. This is vital during pursuits or diving away; something in which the F6F is great at. They also provide increased thrust/lift and less speed when needed; for example during vertical slow speed dogfights
-* '''The radiators''' lets the F6F cool down the engine and components during hot weather maps. While if closed, they reduce aerodynamic drag and increase the top speed. Watch out, prolonged closing of the radiators leads to overheating and ultimately, to engine damage.
+* The radiators lets the F6F cool down the engine and components during hot weather maps. While if closed, they reduce aerodynamic drag and increase the top speed. Watch out, prolonged closing of the radiators leads to overheating and ultimately, to engine damage.
-* '''Superchargers ''' are an important piece of the MEC (even more for American planes), they will let the F6F reach superior high altitudes with a decent amount of speed even when fully loaded. They should only be used while climbing not during low altitude flights. Stage 1 is activated by default, stage 2 should be activated around 3-4 km of altitude. Stage 3 should be activated above 5-6 km of altitude. The hotter the temperature, the sooner this should be activated. If cold, it should be activated later at these altitudes. Pilots should maintain their eyes out to confirm their input affects performance positively and not negatively.
+* Superchargers are an important piece of the MEC (even more for American planes), they will let the F6F reach superior high altitudes with a decent amount of speed even when fully loaded. They should only be used while climbing not during low altitude flights. Stage 1 is activated by default, stage 2 should be activated around 3-4 km of altitude. Stage 3 should be activated above 5-6 km of altitude. The hotter the temperature, the sooner this should be activated. If cold, it should be activated later at these altitudes. Pilots should maintain their eyes out to confirm their input affects performance positively and not negatively.
 Once in combat, some pilots can choose whether to keep controlling everything manually and multitask, or they can set things back to automatic mode. Having manual control of the engine while on battle allows controlling the plane for the exact needs and desired pilot's tactics. While on auto mode, the pilot can focus efficiently only on the work outside the cabin without additional workload.
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 A French colonel recollects:
-''"Second in command of the 1/5 Vendée fighter group, present in Indochina from 1949 to 1950, I was called to participate, in the spring of 1950, in a commission convened by the CATAC Tonkin and chaired by its chief, Colonel M Entrée. This meeting was attended by members of a combined US Navy and Air Force mission, responsible for investigating the choice of combat aircraft these armies planned to supply to the French Air Force in the Far East. (…) When questioned as an expert in fighters, I proposed that the navy fighters be chosen, mainly for their take-off and landing characteristics, which in my opinion should be considered essential, the other characteristics - armament, autonomy, Air-cooled motor are also favourable for this choice. After the US mission had raised the possible offer of Hellcat and/or Bearcat, this perspective was unanimously accepted by the commission, particularly in view of the Spitfire experience."''
+{{Quote|''"Second in command of the 1/5 Vendée fighter group, present in Indochina from 1949 to 1950, I was called to participate, in the spring of 1950, in a commission convened by the CATAC Tonkin and chaired by its chief, Colonel M Entrée. This meeting was attended by members of a combined US Navy and Air Force mission, responsible for investigating the choice of combat aircraft these armies planned to supply to the French Air Force in the Far East. (…) When questioned as an expert in fighters, I proposed that the navy fighters be chosen, mainly for their take-off and landing characteristics, which in my opinion should be considered essential, the other characteristics - armament, autonomy, Air-cooled motor are also favourable for this choice. After the US mission had raised the possible offer of Hellcat and/or Bearcat, this perspective was unanimously accepted by the commission, particularly in view of the Spitfire experience."''}}
 The F6F-5N later began to operate from the aircraft carriers Dixmude, Arromanches and La Fayette. There, naval pilots were able to drill and gain experience while the carriers sailed back and forth to receive new deliveries of Hellcats and new planes in the United States. Hellcats which were later delivered to Saigon on October 28, 1950. During this time, carrier-borne Hellcats were also operated from coastal bases or often guided by radar, because the dense fog and low clouds caused poor visibility.
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 A French captain recollects:
-''"Around December 1950, we were told outright that we were going to change equipment and be equipped with F6F5 Hellcat. It is true that our Spits were increasingly nearing exhaustion and that their availability was collapsing. So we detached 2 lieutenants from the Hyères naval sailors who used this type of plane and a month later they returned to Saigon (...) this Hellcat was a peaceful machine, a little clumsy in appearance, practically devoid of defects, solid, heavily armed and equipped in addition to the famous P and W R2800, an engine which gave the impression, once started, that it was a diesel that nothing seemed to be able to stop."''
+{{Quote|''"Around December 1950, we were told outright that we were going to change equipment and be equipped with F6F-5 Hellcat. It is true that our Spits were increasingly nearing exhaustion and that their availability was collapsing. So we detached 2 lieutenants from the Hyères naval sailors who used this type of plane and a month later they returned to Saigon (...) this Hellcat was a peaceful machine, a little clumsy in appearance, practically devoid of defects, solid, heavily armed and equipped in addition to the famous P and W R2800, an engine which gave the impression, once started, that it was a diesel that nothing seemed to be able to stop."''}}
 Once in service during the First Indochina War, they were liked by the French pilots on both the Air Force and the Navy, who praised the highly powerful and life-saving engine's WEP (War Emergency Power), which was extremely useful during the takeoffs, bombing sorties and low-level flying over the highly irregular mountainous geography. Firepower and vertical stability were also appreciated, both on carrier duties and land-based sorties.

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 * 3 mm Steel plates on bottom of engine.
-The ▄F6F-5N is a considerably robust and armoured aircraft, a usual trait of American-made fighters. This armour will enable pilots to survive several hits if they end up tailed by some more agile enemy aircraft; like the Japanese [[Ki-61-II]] or the [[Bf 109 G-2/trop]]. Nonetheless, avoid being targeted and attacked!
+The ▄F6F-5N is a considerably robust and armoured aircraft, a usual trait of American-made fighters. This armour will enable pilots to survive several hits if they end up tailed by some more agile enemy aircraft; like the Japanese [[Ki-61-II Otsu Kai]] or the [[Bf 109 G-2/trop]]. Nonetheless, avoid being targeted and attacked!
 The F6F-5N can take a lot of hits and the armour will be there to provide an important defence to the pilot against 7.62 mm up to some long-range 20 mm HE shells. But the airframe and the wide wing spars will start to weaken after heavy enemy damage, thus also compromising the flight performance and ultimately leading to the breakdown of the aircraft itself.

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 The principle of playing with the ▄F6F-5N is to keep your speed, always. The plane is quite big and heavy on its own. When the payload is added, it becomes even more cumbersome. The main tactics that suit the F6F are the tactical advantage of altitude and speed to leave the enemy plane behind once attacked from above. The ▄F6F-5N can meet opponents way faster than him; some planes reaching up to 700 km/h while the F6F stays around the 629 km/h at level flight.
-It is here when the ''Manual Engine Controls'' provide the pilot with a meaningful increase in performance. That leads to utilizing the altitude to survive, as this plane is heavy and won't perform excellently on low-level dogfights with tight turns. The way of the F6F is to go low, do the work then climb back to the safer territory; achievable because of the powerful supercharged engine.
+It is here when the Manual Engine Controls provide the pilot with a meaningful increase in performance. That leads to utilizing the altitude to survive, as this plane is heavy and won't perform excellently on low-level dogfights with tight turns. The way of the F6F is to go low, do the work then climb back to the safer territory; achievable because of the powerful supercharged engine.
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+{{Notice|Remember; having a higher altitude grants an insuperable tactical advantage!}}
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 The F6F is a well-fitted strike/night fighter. Nonetheless, the rather small battlefields on tank battles can become a big safety concern. If situational awareness is lost, pilots are likely to be engaged by surprise. To avoid this, French pilots should consider the following roles:
-'''''Air defence/Interception'''''
+'''Air defence/Interception'''
 There will usually be some enemy air force incoming to the combat zone; fighters, strike fighters, or even bombers. With an anticipated climb and the highly useful radar, the F5F-5N can take the control of the battle. Avoid any additional payload because now the relevant job is to defend ground forces and pester enemy aviation. Once in the air, check the immediate surroundings (check six first) also with the help of the radar, then proceed to gain altitude. This altitude is key to counter any faster or more agile enemy arriving to combat.
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 Once a target has been spotted, pilots must remember this might not be the only enemy plane arriving. Planning must be made to perform dive attacks against them and retreat again to altitude. The Hellcat loves these dives, so pilots can confidently approach to their preys, let the guns roar, then leave.
-The Hellcat can't be shot down if it can't be seen. Consider using a combination of machine guns' '''stealth belt''' to range and lead the shots. Once the stealth fire reaches the target (hit marks), rapidly fire the cannons. This is useful because it helps to engage a plane without the noticeable tracers and generally provides a fast elimination because of the powerful cannons. Oftentimes, the enemy will react too late. A recommended convergence for this role is '''600-300 m'''. This is of course, always to pilot's discretion.
+The Hellcat can't be shot down if it can't be seen. Consider using a combination of machine guns' 'stealth belt to range and lead the shots. Once the stealth fire reaches the target (hit marks), rapidly fire the cannons. This is useful because it helps to engage a plane without the noticeable tracers and generally provides a fast elimination because of the powerful cannons. Oftentimes, the enemy will react too late. A recommended convergence for this role is 600-300 m. This is of course, always to pilot's discretion.
-'''''Ground strike'''''
+'''Ground strike'''
 A more closer-to-action role; it will use the payloads available to annihilate enemy armoured forces. This role is very dependent on allied aerial superiority, so pay attention to the air before spawning heavily loaded.
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 Once the ordnance has been dropped, pilots are highly advised to return to base for rearming. Staying around patrolling the air is not the duty; this is because the Hellcat will often meet a lot of powerful enemies that outmatch it on speed and turn-time. Only those highly skilled and confident pilots can attempt to stay around dogfighting their way out.
-Equipping '''ground target belt''' on both the cannons and machine-guns allows the Hellcat to destroy even more armour, resembling a true attack aircraft. A recommended convergence to attack with the mounted guns is '''600-800m''' because it provides sufficient distance to fire safely.
+Equipping ground targets belt on both the cannons and machine-guns allows the Hellcat to destroy even more armour, resembling a true attack aircraft. A recommended convergence to attack with the mounted guns is 600-800m because it provides sufficient distance to fire safely.
 === Arcade battles ===
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 The F6F-5N is equipped with an [[AN/APS-6]] search and tracking radar. The radar is mounted in a pod under the right wing tip.
-During the night, the radar becomes an invaluable tool to seek out and destroy enemy aircraft. It is best to position the aircraft where targets can be detected from the side or rear aspect which allows the F6F-5N to follow them and shoot them down. Take note of the limited range of the radar and that targets may only be visible up to a few kilometers away. A helpful range setting for the radar is the 9.25 km (5.75 mi) scan distance, as further options can make it difficult to properly find and chase down targets. When moving in closer, switching to the 1.85 km (1.15 mi) scan distance can make it easier to stay on a target from behind as well as transition to the radar track mode.
+During the night, the radar becomes an invaluable tool to seek out and destroy enemy aircraft. It is best to position the aircraft where targets can be detected from the side or rear aspect which allows the F6F-5N to follow them and shoot them down. Take note of the limited range of the radar and that targets may only be visible up to a few km away. A helpful range setting for the radar is the 9.25 km (5.75 mi) scan distance, as further options can make it difficult to properly find and chase down targets. When moving in closer, switching to the 1.85 km (1.15 mi) scan distance can make it easier to stay on a target from behind as well as transition to the radar track mode.
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 They were requested to the Indochina military theatre in 1949. Contrary to other high-performance fighters such as the Spitfires or P-47 Thunderbolt, their naval capacities (carrier-based operations) of quick take-off made them suitable for the short landing strips of the Asian environment. France was in need of planes with the ability to disrupt communist guerrillas and insurgency; which were awakening in the region since the end of the World War II.
-A '''French colonel recollects''':
+A French colonel recollects:
-''Second in command of the 1/5 "Vendée" fighter group, present in Indochina from 1949 to 1950, I was called to participate, in the spring of 1950, in a commission convened by the CATAC Tonkin and chaired by its chief, Colonel M Entrée. This meeting was attended by members of a combined US Navy and Air Force mission, responsible for investigating the choice of combat aircraft these armies planned to supply to the French Air Force in the Far East. (…) When questioned as an expert in "fighters", I proposed that the navy fighters be chosen, mainly for their take-off and landing characteristics, which in my opinion should be considered essential, the other characteristics - armament, autonomy, Air-cooled motor are also favourable for this choice. After the US mission had raised the possible offer of Hellcat and/or Bearcat, this perspective was unanimously accepted by the commission, particularly in view of the Spitfire experience."''
+''"Second in command of the 1/5 Vendée fighter group, present in Indochina from 1949 to 1950, I was called to participate, in the spring of 1950, in a commission convened by the CATAC Tonkin and chaired by its chief, Colonel M Entrée. This meeting was attended by members of a combined US Navy and Air Force mission, responsible for investigating the choice of combat aircraft these armies planned to supply to the French Air Force in the Far East. (…) When questioned as an expert in fighters, I proposed that the navy fighters be chosen, mainly for their take-off and landing characteristics, which in my opinion should be considered essential, the other characteristics - armament, autonomy, Air-cooled motor are also favourable for this choice. After the US mission had raised the possible offer of Hellcat and/or Bearcat, this perspective was unanimously accepted by the commission, particularly in view of the Spitfire experience."''
-The F6F-5N later began to operate from the aircraft carriers ''Dixmude'', ''Arromanches'' and ''La Fayette''. There, naval pilots were able to drill and gain experience while the carriers sailed back and forth to receive new deliveries of Hellcats and new planes in the United States. Hellcats which were later delivered to Saigon on October 28, 1950. During this time, carrier-borne Hellcats were also operated from coastal bases or often guided by radar, because the dense fog and low clouds caused poor visibility.
+The F6F-5N later began to operate from the aircraft carriers Dixmude, Arromanches and La Fayette. There, naval pilots were able to drill and gain experience while the carriers sailed back and forth to receive new deliveries of Hellcats and new planes in the United States. Hellcats which were later delivered to Saigon on October 28, 1950. During this time, carrier-borne Hellcats were also operated from coastal bases or often guided by radar, because the dense fog and low clouds caused poor visibility.
-A '''French captain recollects''':
+A French captain recollects:
 ''"Around December 1950, we were told outright that we were going to change equipment and be equipped with F6F5 Hellcat. It is true that our Spits were increasingly nearing exhaustion and that their availability was collapsing. So we detached 2 lieutenants from the Hyères naval sailors who used this type of plane and a month later they returned to Saigon (...) this Hellcat was a peaceful machine, a little clumsy in appearance, practically devoid of defects, solid, heavily armed and equipped in addition to the famous P and W R2800, an engine which gave the impression, once started, that it was a diesel that nothing seemed to be able to stop."''
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 * [https://forum.warthunder.com/index.php?/topic/341959-f6f-5n-hellcat/ Official data sheet - more details about the performance]
-=== Bibliography ===
+=== References ===
 * Jean-Pierre De Cock y Mister Kit, F6F Hellcat, Atlas,1981, p.34
 * Histoires de transformation des pilotes en Indochine, Le Piège, no 168,‎ mars 2002, p.39

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 == Description ==
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} French naval fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]].
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} French naval fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. The ▄F6F-5N (N stands for Night fighter variant) is the French variant of the Grumman F6F-5N Hellcat. The French Navy bought 124 F6F-5s and fifteen F6F-5Ns between 1950-1953.
-The '''▄F6F-5N''' (N stands for Night fighter variant) is the French variant of the '''Grumman F6F Hellcat'''. The French Navy bought 124 F6F-5s and fifteen F6F-5Ns between 1950-1953.
+This F6F is distinctly capable thanks to the combination of cannons, heavy machine guns, and the addition of a search radar while keeping the ability to provide ground and sea support with highly menacing payloads. It can defend itself admirably against no matter what; in skillful hands of course. An efficient jack-of-all-trades!
 == General info ==
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 The familiar American M2 Browning provides quick-firing, adequate damage, and high penetration capacities. Not many aircraft can withstand a prolonged burst from these machine guns. However, they lack the fast, decisive punch of a large-calibre cannon. This could lead to the F6F-5N often staying in combat more than it should; something detrimental to its survival.
-* The '''Ground targets''' belt is notably good to bypass the enemy's armour plates and also good for head-ons attacks. Works for some medium tanks, armoured cars and light tanks. (Side or top armour)
+* The Ground targets belt is notably good to bypass the enemy's armour plates and also good for head-ons attacks. Works for some medium tanks, armoured cars and light tanks. (Side or top armour)
-* The '''Tracers belt''' is handy to burst your enemies into flames. Mainly, the light and nimble planes with poor durability.
+* The Tracers belt is handy to burst your enemies into flames. Mainly, the light and nimble planes with poor durability.
 In this variant, the F6F-5N also receives two new powerful 20 mm AN/M2 cannons.
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 == Media ==
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-{{Youtube-gallery|2gQ5XBHCpLI|French F6F-5N Hellcat being armed by ground crew.|YJ09nxo3f4g|The Battle for Tonkin ; a operational zone of the F6F-5N|I9fAKl53zj4|Hellcats aircraft carrier operations}}
 == See also ==
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 * [[F8F-1B (France)|▄F8F-1B]]
 * [[PB4Y-2 (France)|▄PB4Y-2]]
 * [[SB2C-5 (France)|▄SB2C-5]]
 == External links ==
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 === Bibliography ===
-* Jean-Pierre De Cock y Mister Kit , F6F Hellcat , Atlas,1981, p.34
+* Jean-Pierre De Cock y Mister Kit, F6F Hellcat, Atlas,1981, p.34
 * Histoires de transformation des pilotes en Indochine, Le Piège, no 168,‎ mars 2002, p.39
 * Le choix du Bearcat, Le Piège, no 152,‎ mars 1998, p.39