Cradle of aviation.

[Readie]

I found this website interesting.
How accurate it is maybe another matter though.

P-47 Thunderbolt: Aviation Darwinism - The Cradle of Aviation Museum - The Cradle of Aviation Museum

What are your opinions gentlemen?

Cheers
John

 

[tomo pauk]

I've skimmed through the pages, seem like a decent job overall. Minor nitpick - no point in comparing the R-2800 power with far smaller V-1710 or Merlin.

 

[oldcrowcv63]

Thanks John, gives me a good reason to visit my cousin on Long Island, once hurricane season is well past. In fact, I think I'll wait until spring when its warmer.

 

[Readie]

I've skimmed through the pages, seem like a decent job overall. Minor nitpick - no point in comparing the R-2800 power with far smaller V-1710 or Merlin.

Fair comment Tomo.
I don't think even the Merlin could have shifted the 'Jug's' bulk as well as the R2800.
I'm amazed that a fighter so large could be so devastingly good.
There was a TV programme about Gabby and the P47 that opened my eyes.
Cheers
John

 

[Capt. Vick]

I live 15 minutes away from the Cradle of Aviation Museum. I recommend that you all visit. Just had open cockpit day this past weekend!

 

[MikeGazdik]

Fair comment Tomo.
I don't think even the Merlin could have shifted the 'Jug's' bulk as well as the R2800.
I'm amazed that a fighter so large could be so devastingly good.
There was a TV programme about Gabby and the P47 that opened my eyes.
Cheers
John

I love what you said about Gabreski and the P-47. How that airplane was so good, is amazing. It is a 12 gauge slug living in a world of 30 calibers!

 

[Capt. Vick]

As a matter of fact, my wife has informed me that our son will have his 6th year Birthday Party there. Anyone in the neighborhood is welcome as a guest. Dec 1st I believe.

 

[Readie]

I love what you said about Gabreski and the P-47. How that airplane was so good, is amazing. It is a 12 gauge slug living in a world of 30 calibers!

So strong as well. What other aeroplane could bounce off the ground , continue to fly and get the pilot home to fight another day?
Seriously impressive.
Cheers
John

 

[Readie]

As a matter of fact, my wife has informed me that our son will have his 6th year Birthday Party there. Anyone in the neighborhood is welcome as a guest. Dec 1st I believe.

What a great place for your lads party !
Enjoy
Cheers
John

 

[Capt. Vick]

Thanks John, I'll let you know,

Jim

 

[Capt. Vick]

Was there just yesterday and took a few snaps (as you Brits say) in the WW2 section. Hope you enjoy.