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To: Neville72

Once again, the United States has put the finest combat aircraft in the skies. It is our tradition that started with the P-51D Mustang, and has continued for decades. Our pilots are the best, and our aircraft are the best.


15 posted on 02/11/2007 3:25:38 PM PST by advance_copy (Stand for life, or nothing at all)
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To: advance_copy

Wonder how long it would take a Raptor pilot to become an ace in a major engagement? 30 seconds?


18 posted on 02/11/2007 3:27:42 PM PST by Neville72 (uist)
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To: advance_copy
It is our tradition that started with the P-51D Mustang, and has continued for decades

Well, agreed - except we should remember that the Mustang was a classic example of allied cooperation. The British Merlin engine was 50% of that plane.

21 posted on 02/11/2007 3:42:13 PM PST by agere_contra
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To: advance_copy
P-51 was designed by, and built for the Brits, with a British engine.
24 posted on 02/11/2007 4:04:00 PM PST by Leisler (REAL ENVIRONMENTALISTS WALK.)
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