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systems can be completely drained, as suitable drain cocks and plugs are located at the lowest points in the respective systems.
The "Corsair" wheel-type landing gear is of the pneumatic type with shock-absorbing unit incorporated in the front legs. An oleo check acts as a stabilator to control rebound of the air cushioning device. Oversize 32 x 6 inch wheels and tires are used, and the wheels are enclosed in spun metal fairings. With this gear, smooth landings are possible even on very rough ground, and the long stroke air-cushioning reduces chances of breakage even in very bad landings. 
The production "Corsairs" will be fitted with a slightly modified pneumatic-oleo landing gear providing split type axles, in combination with a jury cross-axle for deck landings on aircraft carriers. New type servo wheel brakes with mechanical control are provided. 
The float-type landing gear for the "Corsair" is of special Vought design. It represents a very interesting and promising advance in seaplane engineering practice. This new gear is entirely of metal, and consists of a single central main float and two wing tip floats, all especially designed for catapulting and rough water use. With this new type fear, the "Corsair" lands very smoothly in quiet or rough seas, gets off the water quickly, and its performance as a seaplane very closely approaches that as a landplane.
Simplicity and serviceability have been designed into the "Corsair" by the experienced Vought organization. This simplicity finds expression in small numbers of parts of robust design, intelligent selection of materials, and ingenious combinations. Serviceability is indicated in the fact that the test airplane, delivered las October and in constant service undergoing all manner of arduous testing since, has not had a single change, replacement, or modification made in it since it left the Vought factory, a remarkable record for a new model. Navy Department maintenance and servicing records on the "Corsair" show that both plane and engine have required only the regular routine field inspection and oiling. 
The few working parts are all quickly accessible for maintenance and adjustment. Parts of the control system which are subject to wear are fitted with renewable hardened and ground stainless steel bearings and universals, with Alemite connections to insure easy lubrication. Ample cowling doors are provided, and with either side fuel tank removed (which can be done in a few minutes) complete access to cockpit mechanisms is conveniently provided. The lower wings have walkways at the fuselage ends for working on mechanisms, for filling of fuel tanks, armoring, etc. 
The "Corsair" was designed and constructed to meet two-seater fighter strength requirements. It carries four guns, two of which are fixed and their installation and arrangement represents a very marked improvement over current ordnance practice.

With Quaking Knees!

WITH increasing confidence the student-pilot runs up his hours of instruction. Presently the fatal moment arrives. The instructor considers him good enough to fly the ship around the field and land it without any assistance. In most instances he has been looking forward to the moment with something akin to joyous anticipation and knee-quacking thought. Searching within himself he begins to wonder if, after all, he wants to fly. You know, people have been hurt in airplanes.
His face prior to his first solo hop usually is reflective in repose, and wears a forced smile when he is conscious of the glance and appraisal of others.
After the successful first hop he is sure to be smiling, whether he bounced all over the field or not. He's done it! He's flown alone. And he's an A No.1, first class, 14 karat, 21 jewel pilot!