The Douglas BTD Destroyer is an American dive/torpedo bomber developed for the United States Navy during World War II.
[2] The prototype first flew on 8 April 1943, demonstrating good performance, being faster than the Dauntless and capable of carrying more bombload, but it was heavier and more complex.
Douglas reworked the XSB2D-1 by removing the turrets and second crewman, while adding more fuel and armor, while wing racks could carry not just one but two torpedoes, producing the BTD-1 Destroyer.
[7] BTD-1 Destroyer, Bureau Number 04959, was under restoration for display at the Wings of Eagles Discovery Center, Elmira-Corning Regional Airport, Elmira, New York.
[9][10] Data from Jane's all the World's Aircraft 1947,[11] Dave's Warbirds:Douglas BTD Destroyer[12]General characteristics Performance Armament