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US warplanes
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During the Second World War the United States used thousands of military aircraft, which largely determined the success of their victory over Japan. However, the planes themselves involved on the battlefield, despite the fact that since its last global usage was about 70 years, are worthy of attention, and to the present day.
In total, during the Second World War, the Americans used 27 models of fighter planes, each of which has its own advantages and disadvantages, but there are 5 of them, to be awarded special attention.
5 photos.
The most recognizable American WWII plane is, of course, P-51, much more is known under the name "Mustang". In the ten years since 1941, it was released on 17 thousand combat aircraft, which are actively expressed themselves in battle and over Europe, and over the Pacific Ocean. An interesting fact is that the release of such a large number of aircraft has been linked in the first place, in order to suppress the morale of the enemy, but in reality it came out a little differently - about one downed two enemy aircraft had shot down the P-51 Mustang. With regard to the technical characteristics of the aircraft, they were quite advanced for its time. The aircraft can easily accelerate to its cruising speed of 580 kilometers per hour, and if necessary, to squeeze the maximum out of the plane, the pilot could accelerate combat vehicle up to 700 kilometers per hour, in some cases even exceeds the speed of modern samolёtov.Nachinaya since 1984, the plane P-51 Mustang was officially withdrawn from service, although de facto it was another two decades before. However, the US authorities to dispose of the aircraft did not, and now they are used by individuals, or are in museums.
American fighter Lockheed P-38 Lightning is also one of the most recognizable in the theater of war held during World War II. For 5 years, it was made a little more than 10 thousand copies of this war machine, and it should be noted that it is perfectly manifested itself in the battles over the Pacific Ocean. Unlike other US military aircraft WWII Lockheed P-38 Lightning, easy handling, and have been very reliable, however, the range of a multipurpose fighter was very limited - just 750 kilometers, which is why, the aircraft could operate only its territory or as a plane-tracking (to increase the range to it were attached additional fuel tanks). The aircraft was named multipurpose since that could be used for virtually any application - bombing strikes against ground forces of the enemy, as its main purpose - the destruction of enemy aircraft, and even as a reconnaissance plane because of its quiet sound.
Heavy bomber Consolidated B-24 Liberator inspired real terror to his enemies. This is due to the fact that the US military aircraft of the Second World carried the whole arsenal of bombs - payload was more than 3.6 tons, which allowed to expose carpet-bombing vast areas. B -24 bomber was used exclusively in the hostilities of World War II, with both in Europe and for the bombing of the Japanese troops in the Pacific and this time it was issued nearly 18.5 thousand combat units. However, the aircraft was at a huge disadvantage in its speed is only 350 kilometers per hour, making it an easy target without proper cover.
Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress, better known under the name "Flying Fortress" is one of the most famous US military bombers during the Second World War. Four-engine combat vehicle struck terror at one his appearance, and, as the aircraft was qualitatively constructed that under some renovation and can now perform tasks. US warplanes WWII B-17s had a good cruising speed - 400 km / h, with, if necessary, it could be increased to 500 km / h. However, an important feature of the bomber was that in order to get away from enemy fighters, it was enough to climb to a higher altitude, while the B-17 it stood at almost 11 kilometers, making it inaccessible to the enemy forces.
US military aircraft of World War II Boeing B-29 Superfortress is perhaps the most famous. This is due for the most part not from their number, and not even with the technical specifications, and the "famous" the combat aircraft that dropped atomic bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, thus applying the first nuclear weapons. For its time, the rate of heavy bombers was almost fantastic - 547 km / h, though the planes were loaded with 9 tons of bombs. In addition, US military aircraft of the Second World Boeing B-29 Superfortress was virtually inaccessible to enemy fighters, as they could move at an altitude of 12,000 meters. Today, of the nearly 4 million produced combat aircraft, polёtoprigodnym there was only one, and one that makes their flights are extremely rare.
Reported US military aircraft are part of a great history, and despite the fact that today they are not exploited, they are the most recognizable in the world to this day.
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During the Second World War the United States used thousands of military aircraft, which largely determined the success of their victory over Japan. However, the planes themselves involved on the battlefield, despite the fact that since its last global usage was about 70 years, are worthy of attention, and to the present day.
In total, during the Second World War, the Americans used 27 models of fighter planes, each of which has its own advantages and disadvantages, but there are 5 of them, to be awarded special attention.
5 photos.
The most recognizable American WWII plane is, of course, P-51, much more is known under the name "Mustang". In the ten years since 1941, it was released on 17 thousand combat aircraft, which are actively expressed themselves in battle and over Europe, and over the Pacific Ocean. An interesting fact is that the release of such a large number of aircraft has been linked in the first place, in order to suppress the morale of the enemy, but in reality it came out a little differently - about one downed two enemy aircraft had shot down the P-51 Mustang. With regard to the technical characteristics of the aircraft, they were quite advanced for its time. The aircraft can easily accelerate to its cruising speed of 580 kilometers per hour, and if necessary, to squeeze the maximum out of the plane, the pilot could accelerate combat vehicle up to 700 kilometers per hour, in some cases even exceeds the speed of modern samolёtov.Nachinaya since 1984, the plane P-51 Mustang was officially withdrawn from service, although de facto it was another two decades before. However, the US authorities to dispose of the aircraft did not, and now they are used by individuals, or are in museums.
American fighter Lockheed P-38 Lightning is also one of the most recognizable in the theater of war held during World War II. For 5 years, it was made a little more than 10 thousand copies of this war machine, and it should be noted that it is perfectly manifested itself in the battles over the Pacific Ocean. Unlike other US military aircraft WWII Lockheed P-38 Lightning, easy handling, and have been very reliable, however, the range of a multipurpose fighter was very limited - just 750 kilometers, which is why, the aircraft could operate only its territory or as a plane-tracking (to increase the range to it were attached additional fuel tanks). The aircraft was named multipurpose since that could be used for virtually any application - bombing strikes against ground forces of the enemy, as its main purpose - the destruction of enemy aircraft, and even as a reconnaissance plane because of its quiet sound.
Heavy bomber Consolidated B-24 Liberator inspired real terror to his enemies. This is due to the fact that the US military aircraft of the Second World carried the whole arsenal of bombs - payload was more than 3.6 tons, which allowed to expose carpet-bombing vast areas. B -24 bomber was used exclusively in the hostilities of World War II, with both in Europe and for the bombing of the Japanese troops in the Pacific and this time it was issued nearly 18.5 thousand combat units. However, the aircraft was at a huge disadvantage in its speed is only 350 kilometers per hour, making it an easy target without proper cover.
Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress, better known under the name "Flying Fortress" is one of the most famous US military bombers during the Second World War. Four-engine combat vehicle struck terror at one his appearance, and, as the aircraft was qualitatively constructed that under some renovation and can now perform tasks. US warplanes WWII B-17s had a good cruising speed - 400 km / h, with, if necessary, it could be increased to 500 km / h. However, an important feature of the bomber was that in order to get away from enemy fighters, it was enough to climb to a higher altitude, while the B-17 it stood at almost 11 kilometers, making it inaccessible to the enemy forces.
US military aircraft of World War II Boeing B-29 Superfortress is perhaps the most famous. This is due for the most part not from their number, and not even with the technical specifications, and the "famous" the combat aircraft that dropped atomic bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, thus applying the first nuclear weapons. For its time, the rate of heavy bombers was almost fantastic - 547 km / h, though the planes were loaded with 9 tons of bombs. In addition, US military aircraft of the Second World Boeing B-29 Superfortress was virtually inaccessible to enemy fighters, as they could move at an altitude of 12,000 meters. Today, of the nearly 4 million produced combat aircraft, polёtoprigodnym there was only one, and one that makes their flights are extremely rare.
Reported US military aircraft are part of a great history, and despite the fact that today they are not exploited, they are the most recognizable in the world to this day.
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