Cripes A Mighty P-51D Restoration

The full restoration of the North American P-51D Mustang, serial number 44-74813, was a homage to Major George Preddy, the highest scoring P-51 Mustang ace of World War II, who tragically lost his life to friendly fire on Christmas Day 1944. This project embodies the dedication of the Midwest Aero restoration team to historical accuracy and craftsmanship, setting a new standard for the preservation of warbird legacy and honoring the memory of one of aviation's...

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