The Don Englebreston Collection

P-47 Thunderbolt and P-51 Mustang Warbirds in Formation Flight, Air Show

P-47 Thunderbolt and P-51 Mustang Warbirds in Formation Flight, Air Show

A trio of restored World War II fighters — two Republic P-47 Thunderbolts and a North American P-51 Mustang — fly in formation during an air show demonstration. These piston-engine fighters were mainstays of the U.S. Army Air Forces in the European and Pacific Theaters, prized for their speed, firepower, and durability. Warbird collections like this one keep these historic aircraft airworthy so new generations can witness them in flight. Project: 219310