Blackburn B.44 a rare example of a flying boat fighter with unique retractable hull, designed for w prolonged Pacific War in mind where island airbases may not be available (1942)

The protracted development due to engine supply difficulties and serious control and stability shortcomings of the Firebrand, led to cancellation of the B.44. Idea of a flying boat fighter was continued after WW2 by Saunders-Roe with their equally unsuccessfull jet powered SR.A/1