Nakajima J1N1-S Gekko & your name on the side of a cockpit
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Nakajima J1N1-S Gekko The Nakajima J1N Gekko had its origins in 1938, when it became evident that Chinese air bases were beyond the reach of the Navy type 96 carrier fighters (Mitsubishi A5M4) then in service with the Japanese Navy, and that losses were being sustained in the unescorted bombing raids that resulted. In consequence, a long-range fighter was needed, resulting in a 1938 requirement for a 3-seat, twin-engine long-range fighter.
Nakajima J1N1-S Gekko & your name on the side of a cockpit
Nakajima J1N1-S Gekko & your name on the side…
Nakajima J1N1-S Gekko & your name on the side of a cockpit
Nakajima J1N1-S Gekko The Nakajima J1N Gekko had its origins in 1938, when it became evident that Chinese air bases were beyond the reach of the Navy type 96 carrier fighters (Mitsubishi A5M4) then in service with the Japanese Navy, and that losses were being sustained in the unescorted bombing raids that resulted. In consequence, a long-range fighter was needed, resulting in a 1938 requirement for a 3-seat, twin-engine long-range fighter.