P-39 Airacobra: The World War II Fighter Plane Russia Loved in Battle
Summary: The P-39 Airacobra, often regarded as the least loved American fighter of World War II, was criticized for its inadequate performance compared to the P-51 Mustang and P-47 Thunderbolt. Despite this, Airacobra pilots, particularly those flying for the Soviet Union, achieved the highest kill rates among aviators in American warplanes during the war. Designed by Bell Aircraft Corporation with unconventional features like a nose-mounted cannon and the engine behind the cockpit, the P-39's... Читать дальше...