P-51D Mustang First Flight (2/3 scale) - Camera Stabilized Version

First flight of my dad's 2/3rd scale Mustang. For the actual takeoff go to 6:30
The Mustang has been his favorite warbird since he was a boy. He started working on this airplane in December 1994. After building the airframe he purchased a Corvette LS-1 engine. There have been many hurdles to get everything ready, but after 16 years and over 5000 hours of building, he finally got to fly it! The 'crazy' woman full of enthusiasm is his wife.

[@finallyitsed2191]

Most people have no idea how much engineering, dedication and work would go into a project like this. Your craftsmanship is marvelous, your dedication was spot on, and your P51... well what could I say other than, _"enjoy the splendid fruits of your labor man!"_

[@rooms1028]

AND $$$$$$$$$$

[@Aluminata]

It was inevitable - an rc model big enough to get it! Looks and sounds FANTASTIC!

[@fsflyboys4268]

Mad respect to this guys grandpa. The P51 Is also my favorite war bird!

[@modshaman]

best authentic looking 2/3 I've seen yet ..... GREAT SOUND out of those pipes sounds like a Mini Merlin .....She's a Beauty!

[@mos1476]

ny

[@Brucev7]

Agreed. Not a Merlin, but still a fine resonance. Peace

[@flybyairplane3528]

modshaman you do realize, only 4, of 6 are active, being a v8., sure does sound dammed great

[@rexhowells7015]

Yes very nice😊

[@bigglesbiggles4999]

Sounds nothing like a Merlin

[@peterwall1394]

I believe the best part is the enthusiasm, of family and friends for the pilot’s successful flight. A fantastic accomplishment by all involved.

[@guntherultraboltnovacrunch5248]

I clicked on this thinking it was a 2/3 scale R/C plane.

[@duanecoleman387]

Gunther Ultrabolt Novacrunch me too!!!! Holy shit that's a guy in there!!!! Hot damn that's cool....

[@RiDankulous]

He's a 2/3 size human, though. J/k

[@guy_incognito7538]

Gunther Ultrabolt Novacrunch me too lol

[@farmerted6026]

Gunther Ultrabolt Novacrunch same, i even thought to myself that a person could fit in there and boom, there's the pilot

[@jimknapp621]

Gunther Ultrabolt Novacrunch Same here! lol

[@BobbyTucker]

I have to say this is one gorgeous bird! The sounds of that LS-1 engine, has to be churning out at least 325 hp, or more. Congratulations on a long and hard working accomplishment. I admire and respect a man that sets his sights on a dream and stays with it to completion. Thank you for sharing a tidbit of your pride and joy.

[@EatPezzzz]

+Bobby Tucker Lowest powered LS1s were 335hp. With minor mods (including those super shorty headers), it's not hard to get to 400hp. No matter, I'm sure it's a ton of fun in that small frame.

[@BobbyTucker]

EatPezzzz I've got an LS-1 in my o2 Suburban, it's no super machine but it gets the job done. Thanks for the reply and the +1. BT

[@EatPezzzz]

FYI, your burban engine is an LM7, LQ4, or LQ9, depending on year or trim. Same family as LS engines with the biggest different being the intake manifold, cam, and block is cast iron, not aluminum. I would assume this guy used aluminum block for 120lb weight savings over iron. The iron engines are high 200s or low 300s in hp, but high 300s in torque, depending on trim/year. Ya, it's not a super machine in your 6000lb truck, but it'll definitely wake up a 1500lb, single seat airplane! lol.

[@BobbyTucker]

EatPezzzz I have a "toy" I play with when the weather permits here in Michigan, it has a Big Block 502 with a pro ram TR-1-Y two four intake with a few steroids to boot, sitting in a two seat 17 ft. boat. In the summer it's great fun.

[@titotest-icletesticalman5040]

GM did put the LS-1 in many suv's....and some cars. some monte carlos had it....but they burped it down in HP....they didn't want another car or brand passing the Corvette....remember the Grand National? yeah, GM really got down Buick's throat for that, thats why there will NEVER...EVER...EVER be another Grand National...or one like it from any GM brand...EVER again.....GM will be DAMNED if they ever let any of their other cars be faster or more HP than the vette

[@AmIonArock]

I wish every R/C flyer, Builder or enthusiast would be required to see this video. The Modelers are building their models bigger, bigger every year, to out do each other. Its so ridiculous. This video of your project makes me feel real good to watch. Its a real achievement.

[@42lookc]

I'm just amazed. I'm not saying that in the over-used way millennials say it; I really am amazed at the dedication and craftmanship of this gentleman in creating such an incredible replica of an awesome warbird. The level of skill and research it must have taken to build this fabulous airplane from nothing floors me. Well done, Sir; _extremely_ well done! Bravo!

[@hushpuppykl]

Hats off to your dad for building a successful plane. He's got tons of guts to go up in that thing. Tons of it!

[@leeperry7068]

Wow. I can't even fathom the amount of technical hurdles to overcome, and the faith in your own craftsmanship to take a maiden flight in something I built. Incredible. Really impressive.

[@victorperry4042]

What a wonderful moment for him after years of desire, work, money, skill, will, and a barrel load of dedication, he finally accomplished his dream. Plus his wife is so proud of him! Congratulations!

[@kendellmoore8367]

*after years of desire, work, skill, sheer will & dedication--not to mention a *barrel load* of MONEY (would be a more fitting and accurate description)

[@FRANKMEHORSE]

What a Beautiful smile on Grandpa's face, and well worth it. The airdraft is Beatuiful also..

[@BugRod64]

My father worked at North American at the very plant that built these wonderful planes. Thank you to your father for honoring that great company.

[@stevew.4935]

I'm like some of the other commenters. I thought this was going to be a giant RC project. What a wonderful surprise. Just an absolute beautiful job. Can't believe that anyone would give you a "Thumbs Down".

[@Tumbleweed-vh4pt]

This is the big boys scaled down version of vintage aircraft

[@Bobbydawriter]

I am in very strong agreement with you, Steve W.

[@krelllab6366]

Google does not have a "thumbs down".

[@merailla6210]

Exactly,I was like : wow, It's so huge, you could probably sit in that! :-D

[@michaelstaffieri6687]

I sat here and watched in aww, he had a dream and he worked, and he worked, and the day came, and he made it come true. I had such a smile on my face when I heard his wife yelling with pleasure to share in his joy. I want to thank you for sharing the video, it certainly made my day to see a fellow man bring his dreams to fluition ! I must say it was very moving .

[@jeffb-indy7504]

This is one of the coolest planes I've ever seen! It looks SOOOO real & with only a little distance, it looks full size.

[@Bobbydawriter]

Such an incredible story and homage to arguably the greatest fighting aircraft in history. My Uncle flew in the 351st Fighter Squadron during WW2 and had dozens of missions in the P-51. He started in training with P-40, etc., then got the Mustangs when he went to Europe. He upgraded to the P-51K 44-11565 JY which he flew through the end of 1944 until his final mission on 02/24/45 when he was actually flying a fellow pilot's A/C "Mr. Gary" 44-14949 because his a/c was in for repair from anti-aircraft flak the day before, in which he had Ground Looped in France. My Uncle, 1Lt Raymond Hilgenberg was KIA on that mission in "Mr. Gary" after a very successful escort and strafing mission over Germany. Once again fuc8king Nazi flak hit his plane and before he could make it to friendly territory he lost the plane...and his life. Anyway, I tell his story whenever I get the chance because he was a hero, with Nazi kills and 41 missions. He was just 21. So, back to this 2/3rd Mustang, I love it, as would have my uncle, I'm sure. Peace.

[@HavenMade]

Powerful story. Thanks for sharing.

[@ricksuchma2718]

Last year, while sitting in Township Park in Geneva on the Lake ,Ohio, looking out at Lake Erie I heard a loud roaring coming from my right . Before I could get my phone camera out two of these came flying right in front of us ( me and my wife ) . They were so low we could see the pilots. IT WAS AWESOME. I described what had happened and posted it to Facebook. I got a reply from a person in Erie PA. that said there was a rumor of a husband and wife that flew these two birds out of an airstrip somewhere along Rt 90. It was a great experience.seeiing them.

[@Shazam0527]

This warms my heart more than you can imagine!! I am only 44 years old, but I am absolutely in love with the old warbirds, especially the F4U Corsair (Thank you Black Sheep Squadron!). I hope he's had many MANY good flights in that beautiful piece of flying artwork! Well done!

[@Brucev7]

My Uncle flew F4U's in the Korean War. The USS Bairoko CVE-115 Escort Carrier. Peace

[@therealslimshady3662]

Dude! Build one :D Go to the internet, see what kind of materials to use, start building and welding :D

[@The_Real_Indiana_Joe]

IL2 Cliffs of Dover.

[@kirbyyork425]

Hey, I plan on scratch building a 3/4 scale P-51 like this from aluminum and powered with a custom designed and built project V12 Supercharged engine based on the BMW M70 V12 auto engine. Sounds like U should try building some models of the Mustang and learn all the components if U wanna do the same.

[@brustar5152]

That man knows his stuff. You can tell he's deliberately trying to contain his excitement by performing all the pre-flight and run-up in a very professional manner. Does all the in-flight characteristics checks then greases an absolutely perfect landing in an entirely unfamiliar aircraft. When you work that hard and long to fulfill a dream you deserve nothing but complete success. Kudos to the gentleman .... and his very supportive family.

[@craigwilcox4403]

Took me from 1979 to 2004 to finish my Bakeng Duce. so I can appreciate his efforts. Takes a lot of determination to build an airplane, especially one as beautiful as this one is. Great job, Cliff!

[@TheJagjr4450]

That's absolutely awesome.! I am extremely envious, I love P51's and would love to be able to fly one, but building a 2/3 scale replica and flying it is something I would have never considered. Congratulations to your father!

[@bliglum]

Big thumbs up for the accurate 4 blade prop! Beautiful bird!

[@canonman80d34]

What a joy it is to see a man set a goal and see it through to its realization! This is a beautiful airplane - my absolute favorite of all the WWII fighters; nothing could touch her. Gobs of kudos to your dad, and congratulations, also. Damn what balls! You got 'em, Mr. Hoyle! It also made much common sense to install that Corvette engine in her; even though the original engine would have in no way fit, of course, they could be very finicky, and just completely stop. Again, a beautiful plane, sir. Hello to the clouds from me!

[@daviddumbaugh5798]

What a cool freaking airplane! Not to mention the acomplishment. Just outstanding. Hats off. I'm with Gunther, I too thought this was going to be a big ass r/c plane, that would have been cool enough. I'm stunned. Great video. Great build. All of it amazing.

[@thenoobletlego]

Sounds BEAUTIFUL, and it looks amazing too. I'm sure you're glad to be his son, what a work of art.

[@carl23401]

Your folks are quite a pair, I'd say (he, patient with the build and she, patient with HIM). Very exciting - congrats to all of you!!!

[@abanichdoch8318]

Who the fuck is downvoting this? Ah, I got it. People that get the whole misery of their lives in their faces daily... Such people cannot stand people that make something great. Man, great job. When I was a kid I always dreamed of building me my own plane. You are awesome!

[@joel1964.]

Relax

[@jeffdavis5841]

probably more the video quality related than the content.

[@MasterGenshu]

My life sucks big time, yet I still enjoyed the video. Its probably more so people who are anti military, anti fighter planes or just people who are trolling.

[@HavenMade]

@@jeffdavis5841 Yep. This was before either of us had cell phones with video capability. I told my dad we should video this. He handed me his camcorder, no tripod, and no stabilizing features. I can understand people's criticisms, but we were just happy to document it.

[@mikewallace8087]

I can't believe he did that, a young voice shouts. Thanks for your confidence Son.

[@HavenMade]

That's was my stepmom. Let's just say she was a bit excited.

[@thegaper1090]

Awesome aircraft, pilot, and builder of that sweet machine. Nothing but respect for all those involved.

[@peterk8909]

"Pretty amazing"? There's an understatement. Congrats to your Dad...and your Mom.

[@jondoe888i]

OMG - best sounding plane. Especially when taxiing. Congratulations! An old friend's father built a 2/3 scale ME-109. Odd, because he was a WW2 pilot, and may have been shot down by one. His POW photo was incredible. The SOB had this smug grin on his face! Now that's a survivor. He did all the blueprint reductions himself, and built the whole thing. And had to remove part of a wall to get it out of his basement. You guys building these planes are the best!

[@olddirtbikerider]

What a beautiful aircraft! I retired as an aircraft electrician 6 years ago after crawling around in airplanes for about 40 years. You did a pristeen job on the Mustang. Absolutely my favorite airplane.

[@deepscuba7384]

I know this may seem like a simple thing to you because you got it right! It amazes me how people with big budgets restore warbirds and get the markings wrong... all out of corporation. You got your rondel spot on! I've seen million dollar P-51s and B-17s that look like hell because they didn't do their research and find out what the ratios are suppose to be! GOOD JOB!

[@matthewmann8951]

deep scuba give him a break for fuck sake.jeeez.Tacoma Matt Mann1

[@chaplainand1]

Ye HaH!!! Hell of a ride! What an excellent landing. Perfection. God bless your heart and hard-earned pleasure. Excellent. Thank you. When I was in HS 62-66 I read every Flying Ace of WW II book I could get my hands on. The P-51, P38 - airplane dreams for this old boy. Thanks again. That was sweet.

[@STREETLIFE167]

Fills me with hope that one day I can build and own a 2/3 scale F-14D Tomcat without the Defense Department showing up and seizing it.

[@stevethecountrycook1227]

Build it dude! "Shall not be infringed" in my Constitution!

[@neonwilliams5722]

Do it! This is where dreams start.

[@jimmartin7881]

You'd better hurry, chairman Biden's green initiative might outlaw these next.

[@spinnetti]

Building a highly computerized jet ain't quiiiiiiite like replicating an old warbird with significant hurdles - particularly cost, but you could be the first!

[@998SBayliss]

@@jimmartin7881 Stop being silly. It's about airplanes here.

[@readmore3634]

My late Uncle, career fighter pilot (35yrs USAF) Retied Colonel Ewald Glenn Kruggel flew the P-51 almost right out of high school. Him and his buddy would take his buddy's dad's crop duster and buzz the high school for kicks in Beaumont Ca....so...he had the right stuff. Back then if you could fly a plane...you became a USAF Pilot. In the 70's he would do a speed pass over our house in Cucamonga in his F-4 Phantom to let everybody know he was back in town.....sounded like a missile about to impact....never took out any windows though. It made the news. Bought a Decathlon when he retired and took me flying and golfing once a week for a long time out of Redlands Ca. This while building an R-V 4. He fashioned an air scoop (oil cooler) like the P-51's between the mains just for kik's. If you research his name you'll find his history. Named my youngest son after him....a great pilot, story teller and gentleman.

[@Chevy-Guy]

Just Awesome, I appreciate the time, skill and dedication it takes to complete a project like this. Thanks for sharing I really enjoyed seeing the joy it brought your family.

[@AnTran147]

Please tell me this absolutely astonishing piece of craftsmanship is here to stay.

[@cmonster6]

I love that ladies enthusiasm as much as the plane!

[@ruralsquirrel7545]

Your dad did such a great job and he flew it so nicely. He looked so calm cool and collected.

[@wingnutzster]

What a wonderful thing to hear when you've landed and shut down..."woohoo yeah it works"

[@jimbradshaw4]

Not an aircraft freak but I totally enjoyed this video, not least for the sense of real joy from Mrs Hoyle. This left me smiling - thank you.

[@deanmohamed795]

One piece of great history built by an experience pilot himself. I salute you, Sir! Wish I have a Curtiss P-40 Warhawk in that scale flyin' in the air..... just a dream, just a dream

[@jack-n-the-bots2926]

Dreams become reality. I have the same dream and am developing a full size P-40 replica to fly. Engineering is nearly done and some tooling too. I have developed a full size prop for it and am working on an engine design too. I nearly gave up so many times but we are getting there now.

[@johnfedoroff358]

Reliving a much slower paced time indeed, that flight did tug at the ole-heart strings. Thanks for sharing it, respectfully John

[@williamcharles9480]

Simply beautiful. I'm so glad that your dad got to fly and enjoy the fruit of his labors. From a distance it appears to be the full sized version. Great job!

[@yolamontalvan9502]

That’s the biggest RC plane I have ever seen. It can even carry people.

[@yolamontalvan9502]

Of course, the electronic remote controls were replaced by avionic controls with a pilot seat. Great job.

[@fellovercliff4525]

Wow'' what an amazing build'' Well done! It's not a Merlin but it still sounds great...

[@Brucev7]

Someone say "Merlin?" Someone say "Merlins?" How bout 20? 20 - P-51 Mustangs take-off! HUGE formation of humming Merlins fill the air! watch?v=K9CoBMlOLi4

[@PhillipLandmeier]

@@Brucev7 A Merlin probably weighs more than the whole aircraft. Lol.

[@neonwilliams5722]

@@PhillipLandmeier Correct!

[@believeme5903]

I thought it was a scale model too....wow.....nice job. Got my license to fly in 1968, was offered to buy the real thing for six thousand dollars and it was airworthy despite all the oil dripping out of the engine.

[@mothmagic1]

Can't imagine the CAA in UK allowing one of those. They're affectionately known as the Campaign Against Aviation

[@ianmcgregor5861]

I believe a few T51 Titan Mustangs are under construction in the UK which are 3/4 scale. I know of one completed and now up for sale. Cost to build is approx £100K.

[@jimmartin7881]

The FAA is getting there, believe me.

[@stephandevriesere3667]

beautiful build, hope she will fly for a long time. love these war birds. the look the sound, the smell................

[@christopherworth1]

I can only imagine how thrilling it must have been for this man to realize his dream. Congratulations, and safe flying forever!

[@jeffeble7390]

Have this guy meet up with one in Dixon, Illinois who built a B-17 that he can fly himself.Being that P-51 where escorts on bombing runs.It would really be neat to see them together.

[@rc-fannl7364]

"Honey? I shrunk the Mustang.." Joking aside, this is a massive achievement, engine sounds nice, well flown, respect.

[@bthomasx]

I got here totally by accident but this is one of the coolest planes I have ever seen. I love old planes and metalwork and whoever built this plane did a fantastic job. Well done

[@Ferreal92]

It's an RC plane you control from the inside.

[@jgwimmer]

Just awesome! The P51D has been my favorite aircraft of all time, followed by the F4U Corsair. A bit of history on the P51, When the War Dept came to North American, they wanted a ;fighter built fast. The engineers at North American, from the time they pulled out their sliderules to first flight was 90 days. Amazingly fast.

[@asimsherzai]

F4U Corsair another great aircraft produced by the great Engineers at North American

[@SuperSneakySniper]

Well if that ain't the cutest avenger of Europe I ever seen.

[@PhillipHall01]

GLAD SOMEONE FINALLY DID IT. I have seen so many videos of scale model planes and have thought " if you are going to go through all the work to build one, why not build one big enough to fly yourself instead of remote?" YOU DID IT! CONGRATULATIONS!! NICE!!

[@scottparis6355]

Having a hard time figuring out how you could "dislike" this.

[@jayphilipwilliams]

480p?

[@butlerproman]

Why trouble yourself? I really don't know why people get hung up on dislikes. So they don't like the video; it's their right to do so and doesn't alter your experience of the video.

[@guitardzan5641]

If I knew more about aircraft and piloting...I would be even more impressed!

[@paulm5197]

The P-51 was probably the most beautiful and most capable piston-engined airplane ever built.t

[@timothydraper6626]

As a Brit and fan of the Spit and Merlin engine, that Corvette engine sounds just as sweet. 🙂

[@davisgloff]

just beautiful! Thank you for all that work, and for letting us share watching a perfect flight

[@traditionalfliesanddries5962]

Wow. Thought this was a model until he got in it. A corvette engine? Amazing.

[@HavenMade]

Yes, LS-1 engine

[@jack-n-the-bots2926]

Man, that's a great accomplishment! Building something to fly is so much work and everybody is a critic.... But once it flies no one can take that away from you

[@erichannes6392]

This is the most practical solution of owning a P-51. Look awesome and amazing!

[@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab]

As Darth Vader said: "IMPRESSIVE...MOST IMPRESSIVE!" Awesome job ! Love it.

[@garywilliams5332]

Please don't misunderstand me,Mark,I'll admit that if not for people like your dad,there'd be no airworthy,vintage Mustangs and Thunderbolts.He did a beautiful job on his replica,bravo!

[@JaxTellerRC]

Oh boy! That thing is so cool, it must be a blast to fly and super agile in the air. It sounds like a Beast! Love it (0:

[@whisthpo]

Thanks for posting! Glad to be in the audience watching the 'American Dream' in action!

[@markteague8889]

Glad you could see the project through to a state of completion and enjoy it! :)

[@ExhaleAir1]

Nothing short of fantastic !!! - This isn't a kit... This person built the whole airplane from scratch, didn't he ? Sincere congratulations !

[@WalterDWormack214]

Damn! The 'extremes', that some "scale modelers", will go to!

[@bogomir67]

Bah, he just does't know about RC equipment. Besides - a seat was cheaper... ;-)

[@TheRobertSt]

Walter D Wormack Why not go 'the extra mile' and build it in the same Scale as the original? Engine too expensive?

[@HavenMade]

A full scale bird is extremely expensive. The biggest kit build you can find is a 3/4 scale Thunder Mustang which will cost you $750k. This kit build was a 10th the cost with the engine. The labor is "priceless".😀

[@TheRobertSt]

Mark Hoyle oh, well. I certainly did not know that. Why, ultimately is that so? The materials for the airplane must be a bit higher. But just only a bit. The engine? Maybe that then..?

[@bogomir67]

TheRobertSt The materials cannot be just scaled up - the load and stress rise with scale more steeply than linear. As in double size means 4 times the surface area, etc. As for the engine, the originals were RR MErlins build by Packard, right? Those are extremely rare (at least in any airworthy condition).

[@danshearer7627]

A project of epic proportions. What a wonderful sight, flight, and mission.

[@adventuresofaidan3541]

I love these planes they sound Great they are the best old aircraft ever the sound of them is amazing

[@darrellscholl1651]

That's the sound of a Corvette engine. What you want to hear is a 12 cylinder Merlin

[@raytheguyinthechair2791]

It's a homebuilt aircraft. Not a real mustang and only 2/3rds the size. If it's a thunder mustang brand it has a smaller v12 in it if it's a different one it's got a chevy big block in it. This one sounds like it's got the Chevy big block v8

[@darrellscholl1651]

@@raytheguyinthechair2791 they said it was a Corvette engine

[@anim8torfiddler871]

Clearly our comments can't do much to add to this accomplishment, but "Good on'ya, Mate!" These flights deserve to be posted in 720p or 1080p for the real addicts. THANKS for sharing.

[@choppergirl]

You should invest $100 bucks in a generic off the shelf backup for cars camera system available from practically anywhere. Mount the screen in the cockpit, and the camera pointing forward under the nose, so he can see while taxiing...

[@richpaul8132]

Seriously, the vid was OK for taxi but they needed something in the air to fly along side of it and a cockpit cam wouldn't hurt.

[@GaryMCurran]

Genius!

[@schwanzelstock1071]

Are you sure you are a girl.......?

[@choppergirl]

My mom's car has an aftermarket backup camera my sister bought her for Christmas. Is a warbird pilot too damn dense, spending 50 grand on his glass panel cockpit alone, not to think a backup camera couldn't help him see past his big fat fucking nose of his rich ass fucking toy while taxing? It's self evident... No, I'm not a girl, I'm a chopper... choppergirl.air-war.org

[@GaryMCurran]

CHOPPERGIRL AIRWAR Little over the top, aren't you? :) I think Dorothy is GREAT! I wish you the absolute best with her. While I agree that a 'backup camera' would be a great addition to a tail dragger, not everyone really knows about them, or thinks about them for this application. So, you're a head of your time, okay? Be cool, teach others gently.

[@blanchae]

What a great video! I can feel the excitement and tension as it gets ready, takes off, test flies and lands. Couldn't stop smiling throughout the video.

[@InTheDogHouse3DPrinting]

I'm curious as to how he set up the cooling system. Beautiful bird, and awesome build. Thanks for the video.

[@indridcold8433]

How impressive! The cute little fellow is still quite intimidating looking. The fact that it can turn a four blade prop shows how powerful it is.

[@WheelchairGear]

Glad I fond this video! Everyone that had a hand in building the plane should be very proud!

[@ksnakum]

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[@generationfunk]

Wheelchair Gear what are you, a math teacher or something?

[@Hyperbole77]

I was wondering if this is considered and experimental and then i hear the controller chatter calling it just that. Wonderfull work. What an amazing experience, to have built and flown this.

[@FPSHungary1337]

Not sure I would do a first flight in an experimental aircraft without a parachute

[@mikekennedy4572]

Terrific! What a beautiful plane. Glad you stuck with it for all those years and happy for you that you finally got to take it into the air. Congratulations.

[@askcitizenfitz]

I thought, "Huh? 2/3d scale? You could fly in an RC that big."

[@kyongslist]

haha exactly the same impressions I had at first, then I felt stupid

[@JustAboutAnything66]

So glad I'm not alone

[@jimfitts1]

lilwoodboy b

[@davehansen9124]

Oh yes you can. Size doesn't matter.

[@jeffk464]

So where do you find the 2/3 scale human?

[@Ralph2]

That thing is bad to the bone! What a lucky guy to have such support from his wife in this creation...

[@garyhaber333]

That engine sound is awesome! Sounds like a 427 cobra!

[@user-ss2ly1ir6j]

It's a LS-1 Corvette

[@garyhaber333]

@@user-ss2ly1ir6j No wonder it sounds like that!

[@user-ss2ly1ir6j]

@@garyhaber333 Frikkin awesome. Wonder how much he's got into that thing. Got to be over a quarter million for sure.

[@thra5herxb12s]

Looks and sounds just great. A tribute to his dedication and seen through to completion.

[@southpark4151]

That ain't no P-51D Mustang. It's a P-34D Mustang because it's two-thirds.

[@bigyin2586]

2/3rds the performance? 296mph by my estimate!

[@HavenMade]

Very clever I must admit. ;)

[@geofffridley3710]

Kenny that's funny! I laughed out loud and spit beer out my nose onto my 3cc O.S. engine I am rebuilding. Lmfao

[@geetee777]

P-34D Mustang Pony? Colt?

[@thetruthhurts4054]

geetee777 Shetland pony 😂

[@MrJdsenior]

I built a Long EZ, so I have some appreciation for the time and effort involved, though this was longer, undoubtedly. VERY nice, looks like some great kit to add to the old toy box!

[@SailorJohn34]

That engine sounds like the RR Merlin almost.... beautiful girl...

[@frez777]

LS-1 Corvette engine, Chevy baby!!!!

[@neilaldenarmstrong9806]

Nowhere near the sound of a Merlin.

[@noc2_art]

Maybe the builders started out with the purpose of building the largest RC plane of all times and by the time they were finished, one of 'em went: "Hey wait a danged second. Pete, see if you can fit into the cockpit"... And the whole thing went from there :) :) :)

[@specforged5651]

Very very cool. Amazing job and congratulations on an amazing achievement. Also, the LS sounds pretty good as far as being authentic. Nothing sounds like those big old v12s, but I was impressed. Thanks for sharing and best of luck on all of your future endeavors! Very cool. Sure would like to know some more technical specs. As a corporate pilot of a Challenger 350 I’m always craving as much knowledge as possible about anything aviation and certainly have a passion for old warbirds!

[@jeffreylindsey1757]

Sweet and good job sir! My uncle Dent in Georgia built and flew several kit built aircraft, one of them being the 2/3 scale Mustang. Remember sitting in the cockpit when i was 8 years old when it's construction was almost completed.

[@themadscientest]

Aviation, where "uneventful" and "exciting" are two different things.

[@claytonsmith9170]

i know it's been 6 years now, but this was awesome. Was glad to have seen it. I hope he had many more successful flights with it.

[@krashunburn]

Outstanding! What's next? Hopefully a P-38, my next favorite plane. Wouldn't that be something to see...

[@schwanzelstock1071]

I would say t he best looking WW2 plane, Vought F4U Corsair or the best piston driven WW2 plane FW TA-152. Last one would be great if he would build it with a Mercedes Benz M120 V12 engine as Kurt Tank preferred a Benz engine instead of a Junkers Jumo V12. Still prefer the Corsair...... She's so pretty! :)

[@Brucev7]

My Uncle flew F4U's in the Korean War. The USS Bairoko CVE-115 Escort Carrier. Peace

[@ralphj.cuevas6523]

Mustang: How can this airplane be just a model ? It sure as anything, looked like the fully restored REAL thing. The only thing that gave it away, was the modern "strobe" wing tip lights. I don't think that these lights existed, when the ORIGINAL, Mustangs were in operation. Thank You, so, very, very much for this exciting video. Really looking for ward to seeing more from you guys. CONGRATULATIONS !!!