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NASA P-47D Thunderbolt

Republic P-47D Thunderbolt with the early “Razorback” canopy at Langley Research Center.  

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P-51B Mustang with Wing Gloves

A North American P-51B Mustang with wing gloves for research into low-drag performance in flight at Langley. Photograph courtesy NASA.  

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