Why did the P-38 fail in Europe?

The P-38 performed usefully but suffered from a number of problems. Its Allison engines consistently threw rods, swallowed valves and fouled plugs, while their intercoolers often ruptured under sustained high boost and turbocharger regulators froze, sometimes causing catastrophic failures.

Were p40s used in Europe?

However, between 1941 and 1944, the P-40 played a critical role with Allied air forces in three major theaters: North Africa, the Southwest Pacific, and China. It also had a significant role in the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe, Alaska and Italy.

Was the P-38 used in Italy?

The P-38s were finally phased-out in Italy in 1956. Today, no Italian P-38s survive, nor even a single component from one, as these aircraft, because of the high value of their light alloys, were quickly recycled for their metal content.

Who shot down Yamamoto?

Rex Barber
Among the medals awarded Rex Barber of Oregon for his actions in World War II were the Navy Cross (top row, far left), two Silver Stars, the Purple Heart and the Air Medal.

How fast was the p51 Mustang?

437 mph
North American P-51 Mustang/Top speed

Was the p40 a good fighter?

The Curtiss P-40 Warhawk is one of the best-liked airplanes of World War II, even though its performance was never quite up to that of its opponents. The most important thing about the P-40 to the United States was that it was available in ever-growing quantity to fight a war when no other fighters were.

How many P-40’s are still flying?

Learn to fly a rare two-seat P-40 Warhawk. Our dual-cockpit, dual-control Curtis TP-40 N is one of only five such aircraft still in existence.

How many p38s are still flying?

The Lockheed P-38 Lighting is an American two-engine fighter used by the United States Army Air Forces and other Allied air forces during World War II. Of the 10,037 planes built, 26 survive today, 22 of which are located in the United States, and 10 of which are airworthy.

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