Lt Belt in the cockpit of his ill-fated Thunderbolt.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Republic P-47 Thunderbolt - СШАUSA - 1941

Lt Dwight G. Belt at Duxford, in front of his chequer-cowled P-47.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Republic P-47 Thunderbolt - СШАUSA - 1941

Some of the remains of P-47D Thunderbolt 42-25690 ready for transportation to the headquarters of the Essex Historical Aircraft Society.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Republic P-47 Thunderbolt - СШАUSA - 1941

Left, the tailwheel prior to cleaning. Both tyre and inner tube were perfectly preserved.
Right, the tailwheel leg and axle after restoration.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Republic P-47 Thunderbolt - СШАUSA - 1941