On November 26, 1943, Major Gabby Gabreski, flying his P-47 Thunderbolt, downed two German Me-110s to become a World War II flying ace. Wikimedia Commons. Those two kills ...

Nicknamed "Jug," Republic's P-47 Thunderbolt was one of the most famous Army Air Force fighter planes of World War II. P-47 Thunderbolt known for durability Skip to main content Skip to main content ...

The Thunderbolt was heavy, powerful, and powerfully armed. It could also take a beating and limp back to base in one piece. Compared to other contemporary fighters, the P-47 was a beast: it ...

The P-47 Thunderbolt is not only getting a new name but also a new look. The Evansville P-47 Foundation said it will be painted with a design to better reflect its Indiana history and origins.

This Fully Restored P-47 Thunderbolt is Better Than Brand New, Debuts At EAA AirVenture. Published: 14 Aug 2023, 16:12 UTC • By: Benny Kirk. 11 photos. Photo: AirCorps.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — The world-famous P-47 Thunderbolt, Tarheel Hal, is returning home to Evansville. The community will have a chance to view it in flight Thursday afternoon.

This combination of a robust, reliable engine and heavy armament made the P-47 a feared ground-attack aircraft. U.S. Army Air Forces commanders considered it one of the three premier American fighters ...