[Jim Sims]

"There are those who argue that the P-38 was the best aircraft of the war."

Great down on the deck; not so good at altitude due to compressibility problems. Withdrawn from the European theater as better fighter aircraft became available. Did much better in the Pacific where its range and firepower gave advantages. Very problematic forced induction system - good thing it was twin engined. Wing tip intercoolers were innovative but not so great in operational use. IMO, a beautiful aircraft; a shame so many in perfect operating condition were cut up for scrap.