North American Aviation B-25 Mitchell

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21 May 2026 · © Unknown

A beautifully restored North American B-25 Mitchell 'Destination Tokyo' sits on the ramp, showcasing its World War II USAAF livery.

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Aircraft

B-25 Mitchell B25

World War II USAAF olive drab, nose art: \'Destination Tokyo\'

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Registration

Manufacturer

North American Aviation

Achievements

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Insights

Aviation History

The B-25 Mitchell is a legendary American medium bomber most famous for its use in the Doolittle Raid on Tokyo in WWII. Over 9,800 were built between 1940 and 1945.

Fleet Rarity

Very rare; only several dozen airworthy B-25s remain worldwide, mostly in museums or with warbird operators.

Record Flights

B-25s flew the first US attack on the Japanese home islands (Doolittle Raid, 1942); used worldwide in WWII.

Safety & Events

Highly notable for its use in the Doolittle Raid; later used extensively as a bomber, gunship, and in postwar civilian/airshow roles.

Future Outlook

Likely preserved and flown as a warbird; many B-25s are kept as flying museum pieces.

Specifications

Wright R-2600-13 Twin Cyclone radial (2 × 1,700 hp)

Engine

20.6 meters

Wingspan

16.1 meters

Length

2,170 km

Range

370 km/h

Speed

6 crew, 2,722 kg bomb load

Capacity

15,876 kg

MTOW

4.8 meters

Height

N/A (propeller piston engines)

Thrust

N/A (not rated under modern ICAO standards)

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