The North American P-51 Mustang is an American single-seat fighter and attack aircraft with long-range capability, featuring a classic tail and all-metal construction. Its prototype first flew on October 26, 1940. The P-51 Mustang has gained fame as one of the best fighters of World War II. The replacement of the Allison V-1710-39 engine with the Rolls-Royce Merlin engine (P-51 Mustang Mk.Ia version) significantly improved the Mustang. The monoplane fighter impresses with its maximum speed, range, agility, and powerful armament. The combination of all parameters used to evaluate the aircraft made the Mustang effective in every role: achieving air superiority, escorting, reconnaissance missions, and attacking ground targets. The fact that the Mustang remained in active service until the 1970s confirms its superior design.