P-51D was designed showed promise and AAF purchases of Allison-powered Mustangs began in 1941 primarily for photo recon and ground support use due to its limited high-altitude performance. Mustangs served in nearly every combat zone, including the Pacific and Korean War.
Tom Tschida
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