North American Aviation P-51 Mustang

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06 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

Nose art and checkerboard cowl represent a historic squadron from the 357th Fighter Group. Mustang is highly regarded for both performance and iconic status.

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Aircraft

P-51 Mustang P51

WWII USAAF 357th Fighter Group 'Frances Dell'

Manufacturer

North American Aviation

Insights

Aviation History

Iconic WWII long-range American fighter. Major impact in securing air superiority over Europe and the Pacific, often escorted bombers deep into enemy territory.

Fleet Rarity

Fewer than 200 airworthy P-51 Mustangs worldwide; rare for public displays.

Record Flights

Served on record-breaking escort missions of over 1,800 km; notable for Berlin raids.

Safety & Events

No unique incidents tied to this paint scheme, but Mustangs overall saw significant combat.

Future Outlook

Most flyable examples are preserved by museums or operated by private collectors; some continue to fly in airshows.

Specifications

Packard V-1650-7 (Rolls-Royce Merlin 66)

Engine

11.28 meters

Wingspan

9.83 meters

Length

2,755 km

Range

580 km/h

Speed

1 (pilot only)

Capacity

5,488 kg

MTOW

4.17 meters

Height

Approx 1,720 hp (1,283 kW)

Thrust

Approx 85-100 dB (no specific ICAO rating for vintage warbirds)

Noise

Registration not visible; some paint schemes are replicas or tributes rather than originals.