The General Motors TBM Avenger, a symbol of resilience and innovation, played a crucial role during World War II and beyond. The legacy of BuNo 91436, whose unique journey included service as a Naval Reserve trainer to a restored flying warbird, continues on as Avenger PlaneTags

Read more about the TBM Avenger on our blog: TBM Avenger: BuNo 91436’s Journey from Combat to Restoration

OUR PLANE'S STORY

The TBM-3E Avenger is a legendary single-engine torpedo bomber developed during World War II for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Its enduring legacy stems from its pivotal role in maritime warfare, reconnaissance, and search-and-rescue missions. Its rugged construction, combat capabilities, and historical significance have earned it a revered place in aviation history.

BuNo 91436 was delivered to the U.S. Navy on August 3, 1945, serving as a training aircraft at NAS Atlanta, NAS San Diego, and NAS Seattle. After being retired in 1956, it transitioned into a civilian career, fighting wildfires and assisting in agricultural spraying. Following years of restoration efforts led by notable aviation restorer Charlie Cartledge, the aircraft returned to flight and is now based at the Liberty Aviation Museum in Ohio, actively flown by the Lake Erie Warbirds team.

Secure your limited-edition TBM-3E Avenger PlaneTags made from the original skin of BuNo 91436. With only a small series available, this collectible offers a unique opportunity to own a tangible piece of aviation history.

TBM-3E Avenger 91436

Characteristics:

• Manufacturer: General Motors
• Model: TBM-3E
• BuNo: 91436
• Crew: 3 (1x Pilot, 1x Radioman, 1x Turret Gunner)
• Wing Span: 54 ft 2 in
• Length: 40 ft 11 in
• Height: 16 ft 5 in
• Armament: 2x 50 Cal. Wing Mounted Machine Guns, 1x 50 Cal. Turret Gun, 1,000 lb Mk. 13 Torpedo or up to 2,200 lb of bombs, or 8x 3.5 in wing-mounted rockets

Performance:

• Combat Range: 1,000 mi
• Cruise Speed: 145 mph
• Ceiling: 30,100 ft
• Empty Weight: 10,545 lb
• Max Takeoff: 17,893 lb
• Rate of Climb: 2,060 ft/min
• Engine: 1x Wright R-2600-20 Twin Cyclone Radial 

DISCLAIMER

Perfect Aviation Gift

PlaneTags are: 

• Authentic - made from actual retired aircraft fuselage, not merely stamped metal. 
• Unique -  each PlaneTag bears the color, thickness, and wear and tear from the portion of the fuselage from which it was cut and it is therefore rare to create two identical PlaneTags. 
• Collectible - each one is numbered in a limited edition and comes attached to a display card. 
  
• Versatile - comes with a durable metal ring, strong enough to attach to luggage or keys or display.

*Important Notice – Please Read Carefully

PlaneTags are made from actual retired aircraft fuselage, not merely stamped metal. Because PlaneTags are made from real fuselage, each PlaneTag bears the color, thickness, and wear and tear from the portion of the fuselage from which it was cut and it is therefore rare to create two identical PlaneTags. These variations and imperfections are not product flaws. They are part of the beauty of PlaneTags. As a result, you will not have an option to select the color of your PlaneTag. The images on this website are provided for reference only and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a particular PlaneTag.