The P51 Mustang: From Tactical Superiority to Strategic Supremacy

The P—51 Mustang transformed the air war in Europe by enabling long—range, high—altitude escort of bombers, turning strategic bombing into a war—winning campaign.

The P51 Mustang, a single—engine warplane fighter, although a late arrival in the Second World War, proved vital in the crucial air—war conflict in Europe. It was first envisaged in a tactical role — a low to medium level reconnaissance fighter—bomber supporting army ground operations. It did well but was rejected by RAF Fighter Co...