North American P-51 Mustang

by Darling, Kev

• ISBN13: 9781840373578
• ISBN10: 1840373571
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-09-01
• Publisher: Motorbooks Intl

Summary

The Mustang was the greatest godsend to the massive daylight bomber fleets that pounded Hitler's Reich during WW2. It was the first aircraft to have the range and ability to intercept and destroy German fighters that had previously decimated Allied attacks and caused the loss of many US aircrew members. Designed and built in the USA to a British specification, the early models were under-powered and it was not until the famous Merlin engine was installed that its full potential was realized. The type played a vital part in all wartime theatres and went on to serve with many air forces in post-war years. This is the perfect introductory book for the general reader, enthusiast and modeler alike wishing to find a succinct yet detailed introduction to the design and history of the Mustang.

Table of Contents

A Flash of Silver in the Sky: Development History of the P-51	4	(17)
Into the Wild Blue: Mustang in Service	21	(16)
Creating the Legend: Mustang People	37	(16)
Combat Zone: The Fighting Mustang	53	(16)
Mustangs for all Seasons: Versions and Variants	69	(18)
Appendices Weapons and Systems	87	(9)
Mustang Production
Mustang Survivors
Mustang Models
Mustang Books
Index	96