| Aircraft | |
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| Registration / Serial: | N481PE |
| Aircraft Original Type: | North American P-51 Mustang |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | Piper PE1/PE2/PA-48 Enforcer |
| Aircraft Version: | Piper PA-48 Enforcer |
| C/n (msn): | 48-8301001 |
| Operator Titles: | USA - Air Force |
| Location | |
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| City / Area: | Tucson / Pima Museum [ Off-Airport ]Map |
| Region / Country: | Arizona, United States |
| Collection: | Pima Air and Space Museum |
| Photo Date: | 4 March 2024 |
| Photo by: | Tim Spearman |
| Photo ID: | 671417 |
| Photo Comment |
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Initially developed by Cavalier Aircraft as the Turbo Mustang III. Renamed as the 'Enforcer', the project was sold to Piper in 1970 and two Mustang airframes (one single and one two seat) were converted with the addition of Lycoming YT55-L-9A turboprops. No orders were forthcoming and it wasn't until 1979 that Piper secured funds to construct two completely new build aircraft as Pa48 Enforcers. Although evaluated by the USAF, the aircraft were owned and operated by Piper and received no military designation or serials. Despite performing well in their role, no orders were ever placed. This photo is copyright © Tim Spearman, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 29 March 2024, and has since been viewed 191 times. |