Aircraft Identification Challenge No: 53

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K4KittyCrew
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Aircraft Identification Challenge No: 53

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Hi folks, here is an interesting aircraft to challenge the grey cells. Can anyone identify the type of aircraft?
John
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Re: Aircraft Identification Challenge No: 53

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NA Mustang. I'll plump for a Mk III
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Re: Aircraft Identification Challenge No: 53

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Definately looks like a Mustang. Not sure of the mark, but perhaps with some sort of large experimantal drop tank?
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Re: Aircraft Identification Challenge No: 53

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It most certainly a Mustang,and I will go for a MkII.

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Re: Aircraft Identification Challenge No: 53

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Well done gentlemen and especially to Bob. You can now proceed to the lolly jar with backhoe in tow!
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