German kitplane manufacturer ScaleWings Aircraft has commenced delivering the first ‘Quick Build’ kits of its SW-51 Mustang, which the company says is the world´s most accurate scale P-51 Mustang ...

The P-51 Mustang wasn’t just another fighter - it was the aircraft that changed the course of the air war in Europe. With its long-range capabilities, high speed, and powerful Packard Merlin ...

Production of the P-51 Mustang began in 1940 at the request of the British Royal Air Force (RAF) to replace its outdated, and out-gunned, Curtiss P-40 Warhawk. The earliest P-51s were powered by ...

1. dual electric cooling fan for FORD is the part of auto engine cooling system. 2. Easy to install and maintain, easily serviceable and available for replacement. 3. Different specifications dual ...

The P-51 Mustang’s Design Led by chief engineer Edgar Schmued, NAA delivered on its bold promise. The prototype, designated NA-73X, took its first flight on October 26, 1940—just 117 days ...

A P-51 Mustang flies over Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., during a 2015 event. (A1C Philip Bryant/Air Force) For the Allied forces, the skies over Europe from 1942 to 1943 brought ...

The P-51 Mustang Goes to War The P-51D arrived at the European Theater in the spring of 1944 and immediately assumed the role of the U.S.’s primary long range escort fighter, helping ravaged ...

Initially equipped with the Lockheed P-38J Lightning, the squadron began transitioning to the North American P-51D Mustang in August 1944. On Sept. 23, McCubbin was promoted to first lieutenant.

James McCubbin, 103, is under consideration for recognition as a WWII ace for shooting down enemy aircraft in his P-51 Mustang.

The story of George Preddy Jr. is one of courage and loss. A skilled P-51 Mustang ace, he dominated the skies of WWII but met a tragic end through friendly fire. Learn about his inspiring life and ...

Russian fighters damaged his cooling system. He force-landed and walked four days to get back to his base. From the remains, Meier Motors in Eschbach, Germany, performed the restoration.