Re-2001

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[80 years ago today] "• The Reggiane Re-2001, an upgraded version of the rejected Re-2000, is entering operational service. Fifty of a navalized version are being built for the aircraft carriers Aquila and Sparviero, and another hundred of a catapult capable version to give Italian warships a minimal fighter defense capability. The highly maneuverable fighter is considered equal to the Spitfire V at medium and low altitudes, but suffers at higher elevations.