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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:fighter_aircraft
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gptkbp:armament
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4 × .50 in M2 Browning machine guns
1 × 20 mm M2 cannon
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gptkbp:bomb_load
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up to 1,000 lb
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gptkbp:combat_history
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gptkb:World_War_II
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gptkbp:crew
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gptkb:1
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gptkbp:design
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twin-boom design
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gptkbp:engine
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gptkb:Allison_V-1710
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gptkbp:first_flight
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1941
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gptkbp:height
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10 ft 5 in
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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used in various roles during WWII
featured in various films and media
influenced future fighter designs
contributed to air superiority in WWII
famous for its distinctive design
first aircraft to exceed 400 mph in level flight
has a dedicated following among warbird restorers
remains a popular subject for aviation enthusiasts
served in multiple air forces post-WWII
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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P-38 G
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gptkbp:length
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37 ft 10 in
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gptkbp:manufacturer
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gptkb:Lockheed_Martin
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gptkbp:max_speed
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414 mph
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gptkbp:nickname
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gptkb:Lightning
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gptkbp:notable_pilots
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gptkb:Charles_Lindbergh
gptkb:Richard_Bong
gptkb:Thomas_Mc_Guire
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gptkbp:number_built
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over 1,000
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gptkbp:operational_theater
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gptkb:European_Theater_of_Operations
gptkb:Pacific_Theater_of_Operations
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gptkbp:performance
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high altitude performance
long range
twin-engine performance
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gptkbp:retirement
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1950s
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gptkbp:role
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gptkb:bomber
reconnaissance
interceptor
escort fighter
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gptkbp:service_ceiling
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44,000 ft
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gptkbp:service_entry
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gptkb:1942
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gptkbp:successor
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gptkb:P-38_J
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gptkbp:used_by
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gptkb:United_States_Air_Force
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gptkbp:variant
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gptkb:P-38_F
gptkb:P-38_L
gptkb:P-38_H
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gptkbp:wingspan
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52 ft 0 in
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:Lockheed_P-38_Lightning
gptkb:P-38_Lightning
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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4
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