1/200 resin model representing a McDonnell F2H Banshee
The F2H Banshee initially proved its worth as an escort fighter for the USAF bombers supporting United Nations Command ground forces, largely due to its favourable performance when flown at high altitude. The Banshee was able to demonstrate clear performance advantages over the Grumman F9F Panther.
However, the Banshee, like most naval jets of its generation, had a serious handicap. The Banshee was almost 100 mph (160 km/h) slower than the latest land-based fighters. Their obsolescence was reinforced by the introduction of the Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-15 in November 1950.
