Program Update

The Rise Above Exhibit and the P-51 Red Tail are unable to join us for the 2026 show, and rides will not be offered. We hope to welcome them back in a future year.

The Legend

P-51 Mustang "Tuskegee Airmen" with red tail and red nose flying against a blue sky
P-51 Mustang "Tuskegee Airmen" flying over farmland at sunset, with red tail markings visible
Adult and child beside the P-51 Mustang "Tuskegee Airmen"

The P-51 Red Tail represents one of the most recognizable fighter aircraft of World War II and honors the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen. These highly skilled pilots flew P-51 Mustangs with distinctive red tail markings while serving with the 332nd Fighter Group, escorting Allied bombers and earning a reputation for excellence in combat. Their success challenged segregation in the U.S. military and helped pave the way for the integration of the armed forces.

This aircraft is restored and maintained as a flying tribute to that legacy. Painted in authentic WWII-era markings, it serves as an educational tool and a powerful symbol of perseverance, skill, and innovation in aviation history. Through airshows and public events, the Red Tail helps share the story of the Tuskegee Airmen and their lasting impact on both military aviation and civil rights.

Specifications

Role
Fighter
Crew
1 pilot
Manufacturer
North American Aviation
Introduced
January 1942
Power
1 x Packard V-1650-7 liquid-cooled V-12 engine with two-stage supercharger, 1,490 hp
Length
32 ft 3 in
Height
13 ft 4½ in
Wingspan
37 ft 0 in
Range
1,650 miles (with external fuel tanks)