F-82 Twin Mustang Pilot's Flight Operating Instructions

F-82 Twin Mustang Pilot's Flight Operating InstructionsThe F 82 Twin Mustang was conceived during WWII as a long range fighter escort. Like the P 51, it was designed by North American's brilliant engineer, Edgar Schmued. The F 82 utilized two extended P 51 fuselages, mounted to a newly designed center wing and tail. The plane incorporated new propeller assemblies and a unique, four wheel landing gear. In short, while the plane would be cosmetically similar to the Mustang, in reality it was an entirely new

The F-82 ÒTwin MustangÓ was conceived during WWII as a long-range fighter escort. Like the P-51, it was designed by North American's brilliant engineer, Edgar Schmued. The F-82 utilized two extended P-51 fuselages, mounted to a newly- designed center wing and tail. The plane incorporated new propeller assemblies and a unique, four-wheel landing gear. In short, while the plane would be cosmetically similar to the Mustang, in reality it was an entirely new beast. The F-82 wasnÕt ready before WWII ended, but the program escaped cancellation, and planes entered operational service in 1948. The F-82 became the last piston-
powered fighter ordered by the USAF. It flew as an escort for SAC B-29s, and with distinction as a night fighter in Korea. It was retired in 1953. Originally printed by the USAF and North American, this pilotÕs handbook provides a glimpse
inside the cockpit of this warbird. Originally classified ÒRestrictedÓ, the manual was de-classified and is here reprinted in book form.