Lockheed P-38

A twin-engine with a double tail, it was a long-range escort fighter that could fly much higher and faster than many aircraft built at the time.

The Italian use of the Lightning began in April 1946 with the free acquisition of 110 aircraft, which were decommissioned in 1956.

Technical Data:

  • Wingspan: 15.85 m;
  • Length: 11.53 m;
  • Height: 3 m;
  • Wing area: 30.43 sq m;
  • Unladen weight: 5,797 kg; 
  • Total weight: 9.798 kg;
  • Maximum speed: 666 km/h at 7,620 m;
  • Maximum range: 4,184 km.

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