Swordfish, Hellcat, and Tomcat anchor carrier-aircraft affection

Which carrier aircraft are personal favorites?

He says the Swordfish has to be high on the list because of its fame, while Hellcat and Tomcat stand out as favorite 'cat' aircraft.

The Swordfish is almost synonymous with carrier aviation because of its reputation and wartime persistence. The Hellcat and Tomcat are personal favorites among the famous cat-named carrier aircraft. These choices combine historical importance with personal affection. They also help explain which aircraft recur in the discussion of carrier aviation.