Description

This detailed monograph covers the design and development of the P-51D Mustang family, the main wartime production variant of this classic fighter.  The P-51D model introduced the definitive ‘bubble’ canopy and heavier armament, and was the mount of many aces. After W.W.II the Mustang saw action again in Korea, and also served with many other air forces around the world.  This book contains: Comprehensive technical details of the American built P-51D, P-51K and the Australian CAC Mustangs; Numerous specially selected original NAA technical photographs; Production and service photos; A wide range of colour profiles; Rare colour photographs from W.W.II; Detailed photographs featuring modern highly accurate restorations, inside and out, and including under rebuild and servicing details; Full plans in 1/72 scale; Profusely illustrated with photos, including a comprehensive walk-around section showing all aspects of the airframe, and diagrams from official manuals.