October 26, 1940. The first P-51 took flight, starting a legend for years to come. From Japan to Europe, from Germany to Iwo Jima, across the world, this was the last thing you EVER wanted to see. This post is special because I'm introducing a lot of new things. First, a working bubble cockpit. You have a great view of almost all around you, except for the body of course. Second, drop tanks. The P-51 is as bright as a broken lightbulb until you release those tanks. Try to hit another plane with em! Remember to press 1 to release fury. Third, realistic information, but better. Not only is this beast 2,935 lbs lighter than the original, but the other features are almost exact. For example, the Propeller diameter on the real deal is 11 ft. Calculate that to inches and it's 132 in. The one in Simpleplanes? 130 in. The wingspan on the 77 year old legend is 37 ft. The SP one is 37.4 ft. Fourth, pitch control. The blades are tilted so it'll fly much faster. Last, this son of a gun is equipped with nav lights and even landing lights!. DETAILS: Name: Walnut's Official P-51D Mustang. First flight: 10-21-17, Avalanche Airport. Military exercise area: Yeager Airport. Controls: 1 = drop tanks, 2 = nav lights, and landing lights = 3 I recommend 5 to 10% throttle if taxiing. IMPORTANT MESSAGE: Take this post with respect, as today is the birthday of THE most vauable plane in the US Air Force. It survived the darkest of days, and now it has beat time, and will beat time for years to come. Happy birthday Mustang! Fly on!