P-47 Ground Attack Warriors
Автор: The National Museum of World War II Aviation
Загружено: 2025-09-13
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The P-47 Thunderbolt was one of the most effective fighters and fighter-bombers of World War II. Powered by an 18-cylinder Pratt and Whitney engine with a turbo-supercharger the Thunderbolt could reach speeds of over 400 miles per hour and altitudes over 40,000 feet. It was originally designed as a high-altitude interceptor. When equipped with external fuel tanks it could escort Allied bombers deep into the heart of Germany.
The Thunderbolt was a rugged aircraft that could take a lot of punishment. Armed with eight 0.50 caliber machine guns and 5-inch rockets, it could also carry 2,500 pounds of bombs. This made it a great ground attack aircraft in support of Allied forces advancing across Europe. As the Allies continued the push towards Germany, concepts and procedures were developed using forward air controllers to guide ground attack aircraft to their targets. This further enhanced the effectiveness of the P-47 in its close air support role.
Docent Fred Boettcher presents the story of the P-47 Thunderbolt, its characteristics, and its role as a ground attack aircraft. He also tells the stories of some of the aces who flew it during WWII.
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