Dutch Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 (edited) I am trying to build a history of the 366th FG-FBG-FBW-TFW-FW from WWII to today. I have seventeen 1/48 fighter kits, four 1/72 tanker & bomber kits and decals for most types. The one type I am missing any information or photos of is the F-51D while at Alexandria AFB, LA from Jan - late 1953, before the FBG converted to F-86Fs. From the Fogotten Aircraft website I have the following five serial numbers: P-51D-25-NA s/n 44-73026 *1953: USAF 390th FBS (366th FBG). P-51D-25-NA s/n 44-73288 *1950: Iowa ANG 124th FS. *1953: USAF 391st FBS (366th FBG). *5/28/1953: Written off at Alexandria AFB, LA. P-51D-30-NA s/n 44-74470 *1950: North Carolina ANG 156th FS. *1953: USAF 391st FBS (366th FBG). *4/3/1953: Crashed near Columbus, GA due to engine failure. P-51D-30-NA s/n 44-74557 *1948: USAF 307th FS (31st FG). *1953: USAF 391st FBS (366th FBG). *5/28/1953: Written off at Alexandria AFB, LA. P-51D-30-NT s/n 45-11730 *1953: USAF 390th FBS (366th FBG). Any more info or photos is greatly appreciated. R/ Dutch Edited May 25, 2017 by Dutch Correct Squadron colors Quote Link to post Share on other sites
strikeeagle801 Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 Unfortunately, I can't help with your original question, but I remember going to an airshow at Fairchild back in the mid 90's when they were working under the "superbase" concept, and they did a flyby with the KC-135, B-1, B-52, F-15C, F-15E and F-16CJ...It was a pretty cool day for me, as Mountain Home has always been my favorite base. Aaron Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Posted May 26, 2017 Author Share Posted May 26, 2017 (edited) @Aaron, Yes, pretty impressive display of airpower. One reason for my interest in the 366th was the colorful decals that were available for most of the aircraft flown in either 1/48 for the fighters and in 1/72 for the tankers and bombers. I will have to create some custom artwork for a couple, but most are doable with available sheets. Thanks for the interest. R/ Dutch Edited October 12, 2017 by Dutch correct spelling Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Posted May 26, 2017 Author Share Posted May 26, 2017 As I said earlier, I do not have any P-51 Mustang books. I have looked at Amazon and ABEBooks and see scads of them, but don't know if any contain photos or information about 366th FBG F-51Ds. Does anyone have any of the numerous Squadron in Action or Fighting Colors series or the Detail & Scale series and check for me to see if a photo of a 366th F-51D is printed in any of these books? I'll buy the book if anyone can find a photo. Thanks in advance. R/ Dutch Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Posted May 31, 2017 Author Share Posted May 31, 2017 Bump. Anyone have photos of 366th FBG (389th FBS, 390th FBS & 391st FBS) F-51D Mustangs at Alexandria AFB when re-activated in early 1953? Could use some photos for markings purposes. R/ Dutch Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Falconxlvi Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 I would contact the history office at Mountain Home AFB. Go to the .af.mil site to get a contact number. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Posted June 2, 2017 Author Share Posted June 2, 2017 @Falconxlvi, I have done that. Twice. Not even a peep. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Posted October 3, 2017 Author Share Posted October 3, 2017 Bump #2. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Slartibartfast Posted October 3, 2017 Share Posted October 3, 2017 I have a bunch of Mustang books and none have photos of 366th FBG Mustangs. I did notice that Louisiana never had an ANG squadron through 1954 or so. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Posted October 8, 2017 Author Share Posted October 8, 2017 Thanks Bruce. At least I won't waste money on buying books hunting the elusive grainy b&w photo. I may just "What if" this one, paint the tail yellow and add Scalemaster black stripes to depict a 391st FBS bird using one of the serial numbers above. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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