UPL 20747
IMAGEMaj. Pierce W McKennon, [Fort Smith AR]. 335th Fighter Squadron. P-51D 44-14570 WD-A "Ridge Runner". This is the first of Maj. McKennon's a/c to carry this name and was soon reassigned to Ted Lines as can be seen from the photos higher up the page. The "4570" of the serial # can just be made out above the "Ri" section of the name.
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Units
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 4th Fighter Group 335th Fighter Squadron
- Service Numbers: O-885562
- Highest Rank: Major
- Role/Job: Fighter Pilot / Squadron Commander
Aircraft
- Aircraft Type: P-51 Mustang
- Nicknames: Thunderbird Ridge Runner
- Unit: 4th Fighter Group 335th Fighter Squadron
Locations
- Site type: Airfield
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