Originally Posted by mikegb

>>While you may have preference towards English planes, try to look at others with similar affection, you will find that merit can be found outside of ones own nation.

As to the Spitfire being better than the P-51D... no... no...<<

The Mustang was originally based on an air frame designed to fill a British Spec built by US engineers it failed until fitted with a British engine it was slower and less maneuverable than final mark spitfires it was a great peice of technology but it was British enginetechnology licence built. The Spitfire had the same engine as the 51D, a lighter air frame and a heavier armarment.

It was a world beating escort fighter but it was not superior to the final mark Spitfires. That has nothing to do with patriotic partiality. It had a heavier frame capable of carrying drop tanks and more fuel.