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The 10 Greatest Emergency Landings
By Stephan Wilkinson
Captain Chesley Sullenberger was far from the first pilot to pull off a “miracle” landing.

The Magnificent Merlin
By Nicholas O’Dell
The Allies’ most iconic fighters depended on Rolls-Royce’s famous aero engine.

Two Electras in Search of Howland Island
By Scott M. Fisher
Thirty years later, Ann Pellegreno set out to complete Amelia Earhart’s unfinished journey.

Allied Ace of Aces
By Jon Guttman
With 75 confirmed victories in WWI, René Fonck deserved public adulation. And he never let anyone forget it.

First Blood in Korean Skies
By Warren E. Thompson
Surprisingly nimble and fast, the P-82 Twin Mustang bridged the gap between prop planes and jets.

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Discussion:

The Merlin engine powered two of the greatest fighters of World War II, the Supermarine Spitfire and the North American P-51 Mustang. Which was the best? Was there a better all-around fighter in WWII? Click here to share your comments.