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North American P-51 Mustang painted in RAAF WWII colors with shark mouth nose art in flight.
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North American P-51 Mustang painted in RAAF WWII colors with shark mouth nose art in flight.
Aircraft identity
Registration
A68-750
ICAO Type
P51
Model
P-51 Mustang
Manufacturer
North American Aviation
Airline
Royal Australian Air Force (historically)
Livery
Royal Australian Air Force, WWII-style with shark mouth nose art
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Packard V-1650-7 (license-built Rolls-Royce Merlin V12)
Thrust
Not applicable (propeller, approx 1,490 hp/1,110 kW)
Wingspan
11.28 meters
Length
9.83 meters
Height
4.17 meters
MTOW
5,488 kilograms
Range
2,755 kilometers
Capacity
1 pilot (single-seat)
Cruise Speed
580 km/h
Noise Rating
Approx. 90-110 dB at takeoff; predates ICAO standards
Location
Airport Code
AVV/YMAV
Airport Name
Melbourne Avalon International Airport
Viewing Spot
Airshow
Camera
Device
FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens
XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR