The Republic P-47 Thunderbolt (nicknamed the " Jug ") is a World War II-era fighter aircraft produced by the American company Republic Aviation from 1941 through 1945.

Nov 24, 2020 · On November 26, 1943, Major Gabby Gabreski, flying his P-47 Thunderbolt, downed two German Me-110s to become a World War II flying ace. Wikimedia Commons. …

The Thunderbolt performed 546,000 combat sorties between March of 1943 and August 1945 and is considered the real forerunner of today's multirole fighters. The Republic P-47 was the …

Jul 17, 2025 · During World War II, the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt was first seen as a failure. It was heavy, had poor range, and didn’t meet the expectations of a long-range escort fighter. …

The P-47 Thunderbolt was one of the leading American fighter aircraft of the Second World War. Larger and heavier than any other single-seat fighters of the era, it saw widespread use by the …

Oct 16, 2025 · The P-47’s radial engine proved remarkably resistant to battle damage, and, with its heavy armament and well-armoured cockpit, the Thunderbolt established a reputation as …

3 days ago · From miraculous survivals to influencing post-war aircraft design, uncover the enduring legacy of the P-47 Thunderbolt, the fighter that changed the course of WWII air …