The P-47 Thunderbolt was the most versatile fighter aircraft of the Second World War. It was not “best in class” in any category, however, it was very good in just about every category. Fast, ...
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This day in history - February 5: Midair collision of P-47 “Thunderbolt” fighter planes in Sandhills
A nearby rancher heard the impact and saw the planes falling from the sky.
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What turned the P-47 into a flying tank that wouldn’t die
The P-47 Thunderbolt started as a problem — too heavy, too thirsty, and mocked as an escort fighter. But what looked like failure turned out to be hidden strength. Its huge engine, thick airframe, and ...
Cottrell ended the war with sixty-five combat missions under his belt in his trusty P-47. As The National Interest has recently reported, World War II fighter pilots (not to mention WWII veterans in ...
Many of the most successful fighter pilots gained fame not only for their aerial tactics, but for their ability to pass their knowledge on to others. Ironically, some of those who handed down their ...
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