How much does a P-51 cost today?

A P-51 cost $51,000 in 1945, or about $675,000 today. The Enforcer would probably have cost around a million dollars.

How much does it cost to own a P-51 Mustang?

They are masters of their craft, the best in the world. Owning and operating a P-51 Mustang is not for the faint of heart. It costs well in excess of $3,500 dollars per hour to operate one of these magnificent aircraft.

Can you buy a P-51 Mustang?

While the P-51 Mustang is our primary focus, Group 51 Aircraft Sales has helped purchase and sell numerous other types of fighter and trainer aircraft. To contact Group 51 Aircraft Sales, click here or call John Lauderback at (407) 846-4400.

Did Jimmy Stewart own a P-51 Mustang?

Thunderbird was owned by WWII Brigadier General, bomber pilot and academy award winner Jimmy Stewart. Jackie Cochran, the Speed Queen, also owned Thunderbird. Warren Pietsch has engaged AirCorps Aviation to restore his P-51C to honor this historic aircraft.

How many combat missions did Jimmy Stewart fly in World War II?

20
Stewart flew 20 dangerous combat missions as a B-24 command pilot, wing commander or squadron commander, earning the Distinguished Flying Cross with two Oak Leaf Clusters, The Air Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters, and the French Croix de Guerre with Palm.

Did Jimmy Stewart own an airplane?

Jimmy Stewart was a successful Hollywood actor. He had an interest in aviation since childhood, and he earned a private pilot license in 1935, then upgraded to a commercial license in 1938. He owned his own airplane, a Stinson 105, and frequently flew it across the country to visit his family.

What was faster P-51 or Spitfire?

The maximum speed of a P51D was 437mph whilst the Spitfire was slightly faster at 448mph. For interception, this was clearly quite important. However, the P51D was generally more specialized than the Spitfire. In it’s main role, the Mustang proved itself as a superb escort fighter in Allied bombing raids over Germany.