|
 |
|
|
| Missing In Action (MIA) | Prisoners Of War (POW) | Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) |
| Chronology | Locations | Aircraft | Ships | Submit Info | How You Can Help | Donate |
|
| USAAF 5th AF
|
Aircraft History Built by Curtiss in Buffalo, New York. Constructors Number 28716. Delivered to the U.S. Army Air Force (USAAF) as P-40N-5-CU Warhawk serial number 42-104954. Disassembled and shipped overseas to Australia and reassembled. Wartime History Assigned to the 5th Air Force (5th AF). No known markings, nickname or nose art. Wartime History This P-40 was abandoned at Dumpu Airfield. Wreckage Until 1974, the fuselage of this plane remained in situ. In 1974, recovered by Monty Armstrong on behalf of David Tallichet / Yesterday's Air Force (MARC). Afterwards, exported to Australia. Restoration During 1997-2002 owned by Ian Whitney and under restoration with Tom Wilson in Griffin, GA. Next, owned by Edwin Sedgman of Melbourne since 1999 who is continuing the restoration. References USAF Serial Number Search Results - P-40N-5-CU Warhawk 42-104954 "104954 (MSN 28716) under restoration" WarbirdRegistry - P-40N 42-104954 Contribute
Information Last Updated
|
 P-40 |
| Discussion Forum | Daily Updates | Reviews | Museums | Interviews & Oral Histories |
|
