The Republic P-47 Thunderbolt. The largest and most powerful single-engine fighter of WWII wasn’t always a sure bet. In its ...

However, the turbocharged supremacy of the P-47 Thunderbolt in World War II left a lasting impression with Gabreski, who died in 2002. “That added power meant so much,” he said in an interview ...

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 ...

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 ...

Once Japan surrendered in September 1945, the P-47 was re-designated as the F-47. The last US Thunderbolt was pulled from active military duty in 1949 but continued to fly for the Air National ...

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.

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 ...

Thunderbolt: the dictionary defines it as "a flash of lightning accompanied by thunder" and it aptly describes the P-47 during World War II. Thunderbolt pilots flew into battle with the thundering ...

After his P-47 Thunderbolt was hit by flak, fighter pilot Bob Grace parachuted into enemy territory and spent four months eluding capture with the help of some newfound Belgium friends.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — The arrival of the P-47 Thunderbolt, Tarheel Hal, to Evansville from Texas is postponed another day. Weather has delayed the journey since Thursday.

Crews began the salvage operation of the P-47 Thunderbolt at around 10:30 a.m., WCBS 880's Stephanie Colombini reported. It will be taken to a heliport in Manhattan.