The Liberty Foundation has announced the return of its iconic North American P-51 Mustang, Old Crow, to the skies for Living History Flight Experiences. Flights will be available throughout August in the Atlanta area, giving aviation enthusiasts a chance to fly in one of World War II’s most legendary fighter aircraft. Rides start at $1,995 for a 20-minute flight.
This particular Mustang is painted to represent the P-51D-10NA, serial number 44-14450, coded B6-S, famously flown by triple ace Col. Clarence E. “Bud” Anderson of the 357th Fighter Group, 363rd Fighter Squadron—nicknamed the “Yoxford Boys”—based at RAF Leiston, England. The aircraft itself, serial number 44-74474, was built in October 1945 at North American Aviation’s Inglewood, California, facility. Though it arrived too late to see combat in World War II, it was accepted into service with the U.S. Army Air Forces and later redesignated an F-51D. In 1951, the Mustang was transferred to the Royal Canadian Air Force, where it served as Mustang IV, serial number 9270, until it was retired in 1960.
Following its military career, the Mustang entered civilian hands in 1956, beginning decades of private ownership. It passed through numerous caretakers across North America—including Margaret Kahlow, William L. Sullivan, TAS Flight Services, A.C. Lofgren, and Bob Byrne Aviation—before being acquired in the early 2000s by Jack Roush of Roush Industries. After receiving a certificate of airworthiness in 2004, it was purchased by Jim Hagerdorn of Old Crow LLC and re-registered as N451MG in 2006. In February 2024, the aircraft was acquired by the Liberty Foundation, which is now offering the public a rare opportunity to experience the power and history of this legendary warbird firsthand. For flight bookings and additional information, visit libertyfoundation.org, call 678-589-7433, or email [email protected].
