P-39 Miss Connie Central Texas Wing
Description:
P-39 Airacobras were among the earliest World War II fighters, introduced in 1941 before the needs of combat pilots were fully understood. The Airacobra was a distinctive fighter aircraft featuring its engine mounted behind the pilot and a cannon that fired through the center of the propeller hub. This P-39 Airacobra is one of only three examples of this aircraft type still flying today.
Base:
San Marcos, TX
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| Role | Fighter |
| Manufacturer | Bell Aircraft |
| Introduced | 1941 |
| Produced | 1940-1944 |
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P-39 Airacobras were among the earliest World War II fighters, introduced in 1941 before the needs of combat pilots were fully understood. The Airacobra was a distinctive fighter aircraft featuring its engine mounted behind the pilot and a cannon that fired through the center of the propeller hub. This P-39 Airacobra is one of only three examples of this aircraft type still flying today.
