Seventy-three years ago today, the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt took flight for the first time. A single-seat fighter and fighter-bomber, the P-47 was one of the most successful fighters of all time. Nicknamed the “jug” because of its bulky shape, the P-47 was fast and maneuverable for its size. Thunderbolts were employed in every theater of World War II, flying air-to-air and air-to-ground missions. The massive Pratt & Whitney R-2800 engine was the most powerful fitted to a single-engine fighter in the war. With over 15,600 aircraft manufactured, more Thunderbolts were built than any other fighter. The P-47N was the ultimate Thunderbolt variant with increased fuel capacity to enable it to escort B-29 Superfortress bombers over the Pacific.
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Born in Milan, Italy, Moreno moved to the U.S. in 1999 to pursue a career as a commercial pilot. His aviation passion began early, inspired by his uncle, an F-104 Starfighter Crew Chief, and his father, a military traffic controller. Childhood adventures included camping outside military bases and watching planes at Aeroporto Linate. In 1999, he relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, to obtain his commercial pilot license, a move that became permanent. With 24 years in the U.S., he now flies full-time for a Part 91 business aviation company in Atlanta. He is actively involved with the Commemorative Air Force, the D-Day Squadron, and other aviation organizations. He enjoys life with his supportive wife and three wonderful children.
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