This is a repaint only for the WOP P-51D and WWII Fighters P-51D. This aircraft was recently completed by Fighter Rebuilders at Chino, CA, and is owned by The Fighter Collection, Duxford. This aircraft is joining Glacier Girl in the Chino-Duxford journey currently being undertaken. The original "Miss Velma" was piloted by Cpt. Frank Birtciel of the 343rd FS/55th FG. Currently residing in Arizona, a few days ago Mr. Birtciel and his wife Velma drove all the way to Chino to get a first hand look as the airplane was painted in his markings, rolled out, and flown...later Mr. Birtciel was given a ride in the back seat by John Hinton. At the time I write this "Miss Velma" is in Middlesboro Kentucky and will be making the journey to Duxford in just days. Once in England the aircraft will be permanently based at Duxford with The Fighter Collection.
by Bomber_12th (2007-06-18 21:49:25)
by Bomber_12th (2007-06-18 21:49:25)
