Specifications

DCS
[P-51D Mustang]
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FLIGHT CHARACTERISTICS
 Take the maximum G load provided by the chart for 225 IAS at altitudes below 10,000 feet
(4G)
 Multiply the chart reading by 9,000 (4 x 9,000 = 36,000)
 Divide the result by desired GW (36,000/11,000 = 3.27G)
Figure 81: Load Factor Limitations
Aerobatics are NOT permitted unless the fuselage tank contains less than 40 gallons of
fuel or if external fuel tanks and/or bombs are carried.
Engine Limitations
The maximum diving engine overspeed is 3240 RPM. Avoid operation below 1600 RPM in low blower
supercharger mode. Avoid operation below 2000 RPM in high blower supercharger mode.
Airspeed Limitations
The Red Line index on the Airspeed Indicator marks the maximum permissible airspeed (505 mph)
up to 5,000 feet in altitude. At altitudes above 5,000 feet, the maximum permissible indicated
airspeed must be adjusted for altitude as indicated in the Maximum Indicated Airspeed illustration.
Do not exceed the following wing flap setting airspeed restrictions: