A peek into the past unveils the story of how two World War II heroes brought their magic to the Globe Swift after the war.
P-51
Ditching depended on design
War-time pilots were told ditching a B-17, P-51, B-24 and other warbirds was a “last resort.”
Horse race in the sky: Mustang racers at AirVenture 2025
P-51 Mustang unlimited air racers and their pilots enjoyed a round of appreciation at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025.
The rarest Mustang?
The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) recently posted a video featuring Walt Bowe’s P-51A, an early Mustang variant with just 310 produced.
Making wishes come true
Retired U.S. Army General Jerry L. Neff, a 2024 Veterans Hall of Fame inductee and decorated military and community leader, will fulfill a lifelong dream on May 22, 2025, by taking flight in the P-51 Mustang “Crazy Horse.”
Picture of the Day: Gentleman Jim
Jim Jazdzewski submitted this photo and note: “The Warbird area at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 contained many fascinating aircraft. One of my favorites is the P51D named Gentleman Jim. I was trying to get a good reflection off the wing. This was the best I could do. It was a busy day of great planes, stories, and air shows.”
Pictures of the Day: Old Crow
Matthew Baker submitted these photos and note: “The P51 ‘Old Crow’ made a visit to the former airbase in Bartow, Florida.”
Stratos winner flies high in a P-51
For the past 10 years, Stallion 51 has selected one outstanding senior in the Project Stratos program for a special recognition: The “Flight Lead,” a student who has not only displayed leadership abilities, but also helped others reach their goals.
Picture of the Day: A Crazy takeoff
Matthew Baker submitted this photo and note: “This is Crazy Horse, part of Stallion 51’s fleet, doing some touch and goes at Bartow Executive Airport (KBOW) in Florida.”