As of 2010, sold to Hoffman Aircraft Holdings LLC, Anchorage AK from re-possession
Dago Red is a
North AmericanP-51 Mustang (44-74996), restored as a competitive air racer by Frank Taylor in 1981. Dago Red holds several world records, including the 15 km (517.323 mph) set in 1983. Frank Taylor piloted the plane to most of its world records in the 1980s.
Awards
Six time winner of the National Championship Air Races (1982, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2002 and 2003)
Mojave, California 1983 - World Speed Record 15 km (517.323 mph)
Unlimited Reno Air Races 1982 - Gold Winner
Reno Air Races 2003 - Thompson Trophy, Fastest Lap (512.164 mph), Fastest Race (507.105 mph)
Reno Air Races 2001 - Fastest Qualifying Speed (497.797 mph)
Specifications
General characteristics
Crew: 1
Length: 32 ft 3 in (9.83 m)
Wingspan: 32 ft 3 in (9.84 m)
Height: 13 ft 0 in (3.96 m)
Wing area: 150 sq ft (14 m2)
Empty weight: 7,200 lb (3,266 kg)
Gross weight: 7,800 lb (3,538 kg)
Max takeoff weight: 8,500 lb (3,856 kg)
Powerplant: 1 ×
Rolls-Royce Merlin V-12 liquid-cooled piston engine race tuned, estimated 3,500 to 3,800 hp (2,600 to 2,800 kW)