Reproduction of the WWII Pilot Training Manual for the P-51 Mustang

Pilot Training Manual for the P-51 Mustang, a high-quality reproduction of the original WWII-era AAF Manual 51-127-5. This manual was originally issued by the U.S. Army Air Forces on August 15, 1945, to train pilots on the operation, handling, and maintenance of the legendary North American P-51 Mustang. The reproduction was sold by the Smithsonian Museum Shops, as indicated by the price sticker of $12.95 on the back cover. There is some sun fading on the front cover, appears as a shadow.

This manual features detailed technical information, operational procedures, and historical context, making it an essential resource for aviation enthusiasts, historians, and collectors. Inside, the content follows the original wartime document, offering an authentic look at how pilots were trained to master one of the most iconic fighter aircraft of World War II.