Dago Red

High school (ages 12+)
Transportation

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1. What is the aircraft designation?North American P-51 Mustang (44-74996)
2. What is the restoration and racing era?Restored in 1981; achieved records in the 1980s
3. How did Dago Red become so fast?Frank Taylor restored the plane and upgraded its engine and aerodynamics, making it much quicker than its original design.
4. What record did Dago Red set?In 1983, Dago Red flew a 15‑kilometer course at an average speed of about 517 miles per hour, a world record for a propeller‑powered aircraft.

P-51 Mustang: An iconic American long-range, single-seat fighter and fighter-bomber used during World War II and the Korean War.
Air Racing: A competitive motorsport involving aircraft racing against each other on the ground or in the air, often around a defined circuit.
Aerodynamic Efficiency: The degree to which an aircraft's shape minimizes drag and maximizes lift, crucial for achieving high speeds and fuel economy.