SBD-6 Dauntless
The Dauntless had an unparalleled record, having the lowest loss rate of any aircraft in World War II. It wasn’t the fastest plane in the American fleet, but it was a very steady aircraft. The Dauntless gave pilots a better opportunity to hit their targets on bombing runs.
F4U Corsair
The gull-wing Corsair was one of the fastest, most able American fighter planes in WWII. Boasting an Impressive combat ratio of 11:1 against enemy fighters, the Corsair is credited with over 2,000 aerial combat victories in the Pacific. It was also an effective weapon against ground forces. The Japanese named the Corsair “The Whistling Death” due to its unique sound when attacking.
P-51 Mustang
Fast and agile, the P-51 Mustang also had great range and the ability to wreak havoc on the enemy. This sleek fighter served many purposes during World War II, including flying bomber escort on long-range missions over Germany. Before the Mustang arrived on the scene, U.S. bombers on daylight missions into the Fatherland were easy prey for Luftwaffe fighters on the prowl.
