North American P-51 Mustang

November 2, 1988
45 min
Great Planes - Episode 31: North American P-51 Mustang

Great Planes - Episode 31: North American P-51 Mustang

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Overview

The North American Aviation P-51 Mustang is an American long-range, single-seat fighter and fighter-bomber used during World War II and the Korean War, among other conflicts. The P-51 was used by Allied air forces in the North African, Mediterranean, Italian, and Pacific theaters. During World War II, Mustang pilots claimed to have destroyed 4,950 enemy aircraft.

Episode Information

TV Show

Wings

Season

Great Planes

Episode Number

31

Air Date

November 2, 1988

Runtime

45 minutes