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Why the Barracuda was less pleasant to fly than the Swordfish

The Barracuda's handling reputation is considered alongside its disrupted engine-development history.

Question

Was the Barracuda's difficult flying reputation justified?

Short answer

It was less pleasant to fly than the Swordfish, and its development had suffered from repeated engine changes.

Notes

The Barracuda is judged less pleasant to fly than the Swordfish. Its development also suffered from repeated engine changes.