Tag: P-47 Thunderbolt

Blood Red Skies: 61st Fighter Squadron

The 61st Fighter Squadron employed the P-47 Thunderbolt in the European theatre. The squadron produced a significant number of aces. Republic P-47 Thunderbolt Vital Statistics Crew: 1 Length: 11m Wingspan: 12.42m Max Speed: 697kph Combat Range: 1290km Armament: 8 × .50 in (12.7 mm) M2 Browning machine guns (3400 rounds); Up to 2,500 lb (1,134…