Mustang - The Inspiration (The Plane That Turned The Tide In World War Two)

"If it looks right, it will probably fly right'' - a tired old saying among aircrew and designers, but one that is still used to this very day. Think if you will of the handful of Aircraft designs that most people would probably agree are the best-looking examples of all time. The list is short but distinguished and the proof is in the enthusiastically argumentative viewpoint of all those who have had the pleasure of flying such aircraft, and who believe that theirs is the best of them all. In nearly every case this lifelong passion for their particular Airframe started on first sighting it in the air or on the ground - it was always a case of love at first sight, that often turned into a lifelong love affair. For most of the people interested in the field of Aviation this would include aircraft like: The Spitfire, The DC-3 Dakota, The Lancaster, The Vulcan, The Hunter, The FW190, The JU88, The Mosquito, The Constellation, The Zero, The Tornado, The Concord and the subject of our history, The North American Mustang. Of these are what many consider to this day to be the three most beautiful airframes to ever to be designed and constructed by humans - The Lancaster, The Spitfire and The Mustang - all of which were powered by one of the best aero-engines to be ever be designed and manufactured - The Rolls Royce Merlin. This history is a comprehensive account of the Mustang, in that it covers both its operational use by Allied Air Forces from its service entry through to its swansong in Korea, and its career after the war as a record breaking Air Racer. It includes numerous personal recollections from all the men and women who have flown the Mustang in both war and peace, and is a vividly enthralling history set to appeal to aviation enthusiasts looking for more than just a mere operational history of the Mustang's now legendary exploits. If it looks right, it will probably fly righta tired old saying among airmen, but one that persists. Think if you will of the handful of airplanes that most people would probably agree are the best-looking examples of all. The list is short but distinguished and the proof is in the enthusiastic common view of most pilots who have flown themfor nearly all, it was love at first sight and first flight. For most, that little list includes the Vickers-Supermarine Spitfire, the Douglas DC-3, the Hawker Hunter, the Lockheed Constellation, the Concord, and the North American Mustang. Of these, the Spitfire and Mustang stand out and remain extra special to the majority of pilots who have been privileged to fly them. One common thread exists among those who have experienced both of these fine machines; an opinion that seems to hold up even after a lifetime of flying the best the aviation design community has created. While the Spitfire may have a slight edge in light-touch handling, if I have to go to war in one type, Ill take the Mustang every time.This comprehensive account of the Mustang aircraft charts the operational history of the craft and relays the personal stories and experiences of the men who flew the 'Cadillac of the skies' as it has been described. A vivid and enthralling history set to appeal to aviation enthusiasts looking for more than just a mere operational history of the Mustang's exploits. [Elib] If it looks right, it will probably fly righta tired old saying among airmen, but one that persists. Think if you will of the handful of aeroplanes that most people would probably agree are the best-looking examples of all. The list is short but distinguished and the proof is in the enthusiastic common view of most pilots who have flown themfor nearly all, it was love at first sight and first flight. For most that little list includes the Vickers-Supermarine Spitfire, the Douglas DC-3, the Hawker Hunter, the Lockheed Constellation, the Concord, and the North American Mustang. Of these, the Spitfire and Mustang stand out and remain extra special to the majority of pilots who have been privileged to fly them. One common thread exists among those who have experienced both of these fine machines; an opinion that seems to hold up even after a lifetime of flying the best the aviation design community has created. While the Spitfire may have a slight edge in light-touch handling, if I have to go to war in one type, Ill take theMustang every time.This comprehensive account of the Mustang aircraft charts the operational history of the craft and also relays a the personal stories and experiences of the men who flew the 'Cadillac of the skies' as it has been described. A vivid and enthralling history set to appeal to aviation enthusiasts looking for more than just a mere operational history of the Mustang's exploits. If it looks right, it will probably fly righta tired old saying among airmen, but one that persists. Think if you will of the handful of aeroplanes that most people would probably agree are the best-looking examples of all. The list is short but distinguished and the proof is in the enthusiastic common view of most pilots who have flown themfor nearly all, it was love at first sight and first flight. For most that little list includes the Vickers-Supermarine Spitfire, the Douglas DC-3, the Hawker Hunter, the Lockheed Constellation, the Concord, and the North American Mustang. Of these, the Spitfire and Mustang stand out and remain extra special to the majority of pilots who have been privileged to fly them. One common thread exists among those who have experienced both of these fine machines; an opinion that seems to hold up even after a lifetime of flying the best the aviation design community has created. While the Spitfire may have a slight edge in light-touch handling, if I have to go to war in one type, Ill take theMustang every time. This comprehensive account of the Mustang aircraft charts the operational history of the craft and also relays a the personal stories and experiences of the men who flew the 'Cadillac of the skies' as it has been described. A vivid and enthralling history set to appeal to aviation enthusiasts looking for more than just a mere operational history of the Mustang's exploits If it looks right, it will probably fly righta tired old saying among airmen, but one that persists. Think if you will of the handful of airplanes that most people would probably agree are the best-looking examples of all. The list is short but distinguished and the proof is in the enthusiastic common view of most pilots who have flown themfor nearly all, it was love at first sight and first flight. For most, that little list includes the Vickers-Supermarine Spitfire, the Douglas DC-3, the Hawker Hunter, the Lockheed Constellation, the Concord, and the North American Mustang. Of these, the Spitfire and Mustang stand out and remain extra special to the majority of pilots who have been privileged to fly them. One common thread exists among those who have experienced both of these fine machines; an opinion that seems to hold up even after a lifetime of flying the best the aviation design community has created. While the Spitfire may have a slight edge in light-touch handling, if I have to go to war in one type, Ill take the Mustang every time. This comprehensive account of the Mustang aircraft charts the operational history of the craft and relays the personal stories and experiences of the men who flew the 'Cadillac of the skies' as it has been described. A vivid and enthralling history set to appeal to aviation enthusiasts looking for more than just a mere operational history of the Mustang's exploits. A comprehensive and vivid history of the North American Mustang, one of the most important aircraft of the last century. Relays the operational history and draws on personal accounts to create a sense of what flying the craft was actually like. Offers to the reader much more than an operational record of the Mustang's exploits. This Account Of The Mustang Aircraft Charts The Operational History Of The Craft And Also Relays A The Personal Stories And Experiences Of The Men Who Flew The 'cadillac Of The Skies' As It Has Been Described. Philip Kaplan. Includes Bibliographical References (page 186) And Index.