P-51D s/n 44-63865 FT*J 354th FG
 

I looking for any photos (high res scans are just fine) of P-51D s/n 44-63865 FT*J "Sissy Mana" of the 353rd FS 354th FG. This Mustang was assigned to 1Lt Henry "Rudy" Ruldolph who downed 2 FW-190s in it on April 2, 1945 receiving the DFC. These were his 4th & 5th kill qualifying him has an ace. This aircraft, the only actual combat veteran 354th FG aircraft left (one of very few combat vet P-51s left) has just been completely restored and is ready for paint. The owner had planned on painting it has "Red Dog XII" of the 4th FG but that is TEMPORARLY on hold pending photo documentation of the aircraft in it's original markings.Many thanks!!

Re: P-51D s/n 44-63865 FT*J 354th FG
 

Jack,
Have you asked Rudolph? As far as I know he is still alive.

Frank.

Re: P-51D s/n 44-63865 FT*J 354th FG
 

Hi Frank,I talked to Ruldoph a year ago or so. He wasn't feeling well but said has airplane was "J865". He's not to well now I understand. His daughter is very interested however and is looking for photos has is Cary Salter of the 353rd.Take care..........Jack